Hampshire · England
Fish and chip van hire in Little London, Hampshire
Bring the chip shop to your event in Little London. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Milestone birthday parties
Fish and chip van hire in Little London
Fish and chip van hire in Little London, fried fresh
Fish and chips is generous food: crisp batter, flaky fish and plenty of chips. It makes the food a talking point. Popular choices include curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy, and we are regularly asked to cater weddings and evening receptions and Fêtes, fairs and school events.
For a rural spot like Little London, the setting does plenty of the work. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
- Put allergy details in writing
Keep the menu short and the queue moves quickly.
Somewhere to sit or lean makes fish and chips easier to eat.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Little London?
Fish and chips suits nearly every crowd, from children to grandparents. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Staff lunches and team days
- Summer garden parties
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
If guests are travelling by rail, the closest railway station is Andover station, roughly 2.9 miles south-west of the centre.
What your quote should include
- The deposit and payment dates
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- If the price includes VAT
- What they can offer for dietary needs
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, 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.
Why Little London hosts choose us
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- We cover Little London and the whole of Hampshire
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A clear quote before you book
Take a look at our prices page or what a fish and chip van costs.
A fish and chip van in Little London: local details
Little London is about 3 miles north-east of Andover, in Hampshire. We cover Little London as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Little London is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Little London to Southampton (about 23 miles away).
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Christ Church, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby. For a fundraiser at a school like Smannell and Enham Church of England (Aided) Primary School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school.
We cover events in every part of SP11. If your venue is just outside Little London, we also cover Smannell (1 mile south), Upper Enham (1 mile west), Enham Alamein (1 mile south-west), Finkley (1 mile south-east) and Knights Enham (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (15 miles east), Winchester (14 miles south-east), Andover (3 miles south-west), Tadley (15 miles north-east), Hyde (14 miles south-east) and Tidworth (9 miles west).
A little further out are Andover War Memorial Hospital (2.7 miles south-west) and Finkley Down Farm Museum (1.7 miles south). Open spaces near Little London include Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
- Nearby, you will find The Oak pub (0.5 miles south)
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How easy the site is to reach
- The length of service
- Any minimum charge
- Distance and any road charges
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Where the event is
- Allergies and diets you know about
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Little London? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
A closer look at the menu
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion, so we bring it along.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Little London: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Little London?
The closest is Andover station, roughly 2.9 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Little London?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Can you feed a lot of people?
It depends on numbers and timings. Staggering groups and keeping the menu short both help.
What does it cost to hire the van?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we will reply with a price.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Which fish do you use?
Let us know which you’d prefer and we’ll confirm the menu.
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 will tell you honestly what we can offer.
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The process
We need a level, firm place to park the van, close to where people will eat, and we agree exactly where before the day. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Little London, it stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 4:00pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Clear the route for the van
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
- 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