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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Fordingbridge
Fish and chip van hire in Fordingbridge: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Summer garden parties
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
Planning an event in Fordingbridge?
Fish and chip van hire in Fordingbridge, cooked to order
If the van can park there, we can fry there: a driveway, a car park, a yard or a firm field in and around Fordingbridge. Whether it’s company team days and village fêtes and school fairs, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, sausage and chips and haddock and chips for your guests.
In and around Fordingbridge, homes and village halls are common choices. If the road in is narrow, tell us so we can plan the route. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
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Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier for everyone.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Your choice of menu
- Service time
- The minimum booking
- Distance and any road charges
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Where the event is
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
Where the van can park in Fordingbridge
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A short walk from the party
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, park on the agreed spot, and cook and serve without fuss. Planning an evening event in Fordingbridge? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:25pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September; after dark, the queue and the path to the van need good lighting.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or SP6 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
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FAQs for Fordingbridge
Can you serve after a service at St Mary's Church?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What happens when we hire the van?
The van comes to you, fry everything to order, and serve at the time you want.
What can guests choose from?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Do you cover Fordingbridge?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Fordingbridge. To check your date, use our quote form.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
If you want something everyone will enjoy, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice for your event in Fordingbridge. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why us?
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No surprises in your quote
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Bringing the van to Fordingbridge
Fordingbridge is in Hampshire. Tell us where your event in Fordingbridge will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 17 miles away.
For a fundraiser at a school like Fordingbridge Junior School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school. Historic houses near Fordingbridge include Breamore House (2.8 miles north). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early.
We cover events in every part of SP6 and the streets around it. Local streets include High Street, Station Road and Picket Close; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Fordingbridge sits on or near the A338 and B3078, so getting the van to your event is simple. Other places close to Fordingbridge we cover include Horseport (1 mile south-east), Tinkers Cross (1 mile north), Lower Burgate (1 mile north-east), Criddlestyle (1 mile east) and Stuckton (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Totton (13 miles east), Romsey (14 miles east), New Milton (13 miles south-east), Ringwood (6 miles south), Barton on Sea (14 miles south-east) and Marchwood (15 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Godshill Castle Hill (1.6 miles north-east) and Fordingbridge Museum (under half a mile south-east). The countryside around Fordingbridge includes Blashford Lakes and Linbrook Lake.
- Schools near Fordingbridge include The Burgate School and Sixth Form (0.5 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Ship Inn (within half a mile south)
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch