Hampshire · England
Fish and chip van hire in Hawley, Hampshire
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van in Hawley and across Hampshire.
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Birthday celebrations
- Weddings and evening receptions
Planning an event in Hawley?
Fish and chip van hire in Hawley, fried fresh
We keep the menu to the classics: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus the sides everyone expects. A short menu keeps the food fresh and the queue moving. Typical bookings include garden parties and summer get-togethers and festive get-togethers, with gravy, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
In and around Hawley, homes and village halls are common choices. If the road in is narrow, tell us so we can plan the route. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
For event organisers in Hawley
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Organising a club, school or community event in Hawley? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
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What else we do in Hawley
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
A cold buffet is simple, but food sits out, and nothing’s hot on a cool evening. Fish and chips is fried to order and served hot. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What you get with us
- Classic food your guests already know
- A clear quote before booking
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Events in Hawley and across Hampshire
Read how we price and the cost guide.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Hawley
What’s the nearest station to Hawley?
Blackwater station, in Hawley itself.
Could you trade in Sandhurst Memorial Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before booking.
Do you have allergen information?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we will tell you what’s in each item.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
What the van needs
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Hawley
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The day of the week
- Cod, haddock or both
- How many people are eating
- How easy the site is to reach
Larger groups typically cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Still finalising the details? That is fine: tell us the basics about your event, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, use our quote form.
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Hawley?
A fish and chip van suits almost any crowd, from children to grandparents. The queue at the hatch gets people talking.
Whatever the occasion in Hawley, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Garden get-togethers
- Birthday celebrations
- Community events and fairs
- Christmas parties
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Hawley Primary School, can book the van as a food stall.
What your quote should include
- Any minimum charge
- How allergens are handled
- How late numbers can change
- What the van needs: space, access, power
Bringing the van to Hawley
Hawley is about 2 miles south of Sandhurst, in Hampshire. We take a fish and chip van to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Hawley and the surrounding area. Hawley is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Hawley to Guildford (about 10 miles away).
Parks such as Sandhurst Memorial Park generally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. If you are gathering after a service at a church like Holy Trinity Church, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van.
Here we cover the GU17 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Whether your event is on London Road, Hawley Green and Fernhill Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. With the A30 close by, Hawley is easy for us to reach for your event. Other places close to Hawley we cover include Watchmoor (1 mile east), Blackwater (1 mile north-west), Frogmore (1 mile north-west), York Town (1 mile north-east) and College Town (1 mile north). Further out, we also take the van to Basingstoke (15 miles west), Fleet (4 miles south-west), Aldershot (6 miles south), Alton (15 miles south-west), Bordon (15 miles south) and Hook (8 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Staff College Museum (1.6 miles north-east) and Frimley Park Hospital (1.7 miles east). Open spaces near Hawley include Wildmoor Heath and Horseshoe Lake.
- Local schools include Fernhill School and Language College (0.9 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include Mr Bumble pub (within half a mile north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Royal Military Academy Library (1.3 miles north-east)
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
How the day works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we have agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. Evenings in Hawley stay light until about 9:25pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; once it’s dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check availability and access and send a clear quote.
- We arrive early, set up and get the fryers hot.
- Everything is fried fresh and handed over from the hatch.
- We pack up afterwards and leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Share the timings for the day
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
- 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