Hampshire · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire for Keyhaven events
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Fish and chip van hire in Keyhaven.
- Summer garden parties
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Birthday celebrations
Planning an event in Keyhaven?
How our fish and chip van hire works in Keyhaven
There’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. All it needs is a level spot it can reach, which most drives, car parks and yards can offer. For weddings, especially the evening and community events and fairs, we can cook mushy peas, haddock and chips and sausage and chips.
Somewhere like Keyhaven, a yard or firm field often works. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
The menu, dish by dish
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Towns and villages near Keyhaven
Also in Keyhaven
Why choose a fish and chip van in Keyhaven?
Compared with a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which suits guests who don’t eat pork. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
Why book with us
- No surprises in your quote
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Hot food handed straight over
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The date and time of year
- The minimum booking
- Parking and the way in
- The menu and how many choices
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- A picture of the parking spot
- Where the van would park
- The address or venue name
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Common questions in Keyhaven
Do you come to venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Which station is closest to Keyhaven?
Lymington Town station, about 3 miles north-east of the centre.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we will plan for them.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
Does a chip van work for big events?
That depends on how many and how quickly. Staggering groups and keeping the menu short both help.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we will reply with a price.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, Hampshire included. See all areas.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Space, access and the venue
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We park, set up, fry and serve, and keep in touch with you about timings.
Tell people when the van opens, so they do not miss out.
Keyhaven: venues, parking and local tips
Keyhaven is about 3 miles south of Lymington, in Hampshire. Whether your event is in the middle of Keyhaven or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Keyhaven is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 16 miles away.
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Milford-on-Sea Church of England Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. For anyone arriving by rail, Lymington Town station, about 3 miles north-east, is the nearest station. Keyhaven is within about 7 miles of the New Forest National Park. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans. The coast is within about 3 miles of Keyhaven, and fish and chips always feels right near the sea. Sea breezes can be strong, so we think about where the queue will stand.
Anywhere in SO41, we can bring the van to you. We can serve an event on streets such as New Road, Keyhaven Road and Saltgrass Lane, wherever the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Milford on Sea (1 mile west), Lymore (1 mile north-west), Lower Pennington (1 mile north-east), Everton (2 miles north-west) and Pennington (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Totton (14 miles north), Hythe (12 miles north-east), New Milton (4 miles north-west), Ringwood (13 miles north-west), Warsash (15 miles north-east) and Barton on Sea (4 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (2.8 miles north-east) and Yarmouth Castle (3.3 miles east). The countryside around Keyhaven includes Milford on Sea LNR and Tennyson Down.
- Schools near Keyhaven include Priestlands School (2.2 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Gun Public House (less than half a mile south-east)
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Keyhaven?
A fish and chip van suits almost any crowd, from children to grandparents. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are often booked for:
- Summer garden parties
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Birthday celebrations
- Company team days
If you’re gathering after a service at a church like Church of All Saints, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van.
Comparing caterers
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Whether there’s a minimum
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- A clear list of what’s included
What happens on the day
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out right on schedule. Around midsummer it stays light in Keyhaven until about 9:25pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:10pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 4:05pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your event, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
- 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