Hampshire · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire for Foxcotte events
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van in Foxcotte and across Hampshire.
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Care home visits
- Village fêtes and school fairs
A chip van near Foxcotte
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your event in Foxcotte. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Foxcotte, sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, but by late December it is dark by about 4:00pm.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Fish and chip van hire in Foxcotte, cooked to order
You can keep it simple or plan it carefully: a van that serves as people arrive, or service at a set time. We’ll recommend what fits. For weddings and evening receptions and christmas parties, we can cook curry sauce, cod and chips and pie and chips for your guests.
For a rural spot like Foxcotte, the setting does plenty of the work. Let us know about access and ground conditions. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Bringing the van to Foxcotte
Foxcotte is about 2 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. For events in Foxcotte, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We take the van to 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 22 miles away.
If you’re gathering after a service at a church like St Thomas, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. For a fundraiser at a school like Harrow Way Community School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school.
Anywhere in SP10, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. For events just outside Foxcotte, we cover Charlton (1 mile south-east), Penton Mewsey (1 mile west), Penton Grafton (1 mile west), Penton Corner (1 mile south-west) and Hatherden (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (14 miles south-east), Hyde (14 miles south-east), Tidworth (7 miles west), Weeke (13 miles south-east), Stanmore (14 miles south-east) and Ludgershall (5 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Andover Museum (1.7 miles south-east) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (0.9 miles south-east). The countryside around Foxcotte includes Mill Lake and Anton Lakes.
- Schools near Foxcotte include Portway Infant School (1 mile south)
- Local pubs include White Hart Public House (0.9 miles west)
Before you choose a spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A cold buffet is simple, but food sits out, and there is nothing warming on a chilly day. A chip van cooks to order and serves hot. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Why Foxcotte hosts choose us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- We cover Foxcotte and the whole of Hampshire
- Everything cooked to order at your event
FAQs for Foxcotte
What’s the nearest station to Foxcotte?
The closest is Andover station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Foxcotte?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
What is fish and chip van hire?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
Food your guests will love
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The number of meals
- The length of service
- The menu and how many choices
- Any minimum charge
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The address or venue name
- A picture of where the van would go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Planning a fish and chip van in Foxcotte? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
For planners, venues and organisers
Hosting at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Towns and villages near Foxcotte
Other occasions in Foxcotte
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- A short menu helps everyone
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
- Tell us how many children are coming
After service, we pack up, leaving the pitch tidy.
Plan cover near the hatch if rain is possible.
- 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