Hampshire · England
Fish and chip van hire in Longstock, Hampshire
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van hire in Longstock.
- Milestone birthday parties
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Staff thank-you lunches
Book the van in Longstock
Fish and chip van hire in Longstock, cooked to order
Hiring a fish and chip van brings the chip shop to your door. The van parks up, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray. On the menu are gravy, pie and chips and curry sauce, and typical bookings are for staff lunches and team days and weddings and evening receptions.
In a rural place like Longstock, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Let us know about access and ground conditions. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and handed over as soon as it’s ready.
Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
Perfect for your event in Longstock
Hot food on a cold or wet day is hard to beat, and the van keeps frying whatever the weather.
In Longstock and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Birthday celebrations
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Company team days
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Test Valley School, can book the van as a food stall.
What to look for in a quote
- When final numbers are due
- Any minimum charge
- How many hours the van serves
- What happens if plans change
About the food
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
FAQs for Longstock
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Is Longstock close to London?
Roughly 65 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you take everything away?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do you come to Longstock?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Longstock and the rest of Hampshire. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
What a fish and chip van costs
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- How easy the site is to reach
- Your choice of menu
- How many people are eating
- How long we serve
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of where the van would go
- Expected numbers
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
The process
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we are there in good time before you want to eat. By late September, sunset in Longstock is around 7:10pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 4:00pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Let us know the serving time
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
How to get a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
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Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. The van cooks right there, so it is crisp when it is handed over. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Quick service from the hatch
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
Longstock: venues, parking and local tips
Longstock is about 5 miles south of Andover, in Hampshire. Around Longstock, we park wherever there is level, firm ground. Longstock is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Longstock to Southampton (about 15 miles away).
If you’re gathering after a service at a church like Church of St Mary, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. Parks such as Longstock Park typically need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first.
Here we cover the SO20 postcode area, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. For events just outside Longstock, we cover Leckford (1 mile east), Stockbridge (1 mile south), Fullerton (2 miles north-east), Cottonworth (2 miles north-east) and Chilbolton (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (9 miles south-east), Eastleigh (13 miles south-east), Andover (5 miles north), Totton (15 miles south), Chandler's Ford (11 miles south-east) and Romsey (10 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Andover War Memorial Hospital (5.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Mill Lake.
- Pubs nearby include The Peat Spade Public House (less than half a mile east)
Places near Longstock
More for events in Longstock
For event organisers in Longstock
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
- 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