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Fish and chip van hire in Lordswood, Southampton
Looking for a fish and chip van in Lordswood? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Garden get-togethers
- Weddings and evening receptions
Book the van in Lordswood
How our fish and chip van hire works in Lordswood
The menu is short and classic: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. A short menu keeps the food fresh and the queue moving. For staff thank-you lunches and festive get-togethers, we will put together a menu of curry sauce, pie and chips and sausage and chips and more.
A place like Lordswood frequently has a hall, a club or a pub car park nearby; the van can work at any of them, with permission. You’ll know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
- Location
- Lordswood (SO16, SO15)
- County
- Southampton
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
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.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Lordswood?
Hot food on a cold or wet day is hard to beat, and the van keeps frying whatever the weather.
These are some of the bookings we take around Lordswood:
- Community events and fairs
- Big birthdays
- Work Christmas parties
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Nearby historic houses include South Stoneham House (2.4 miles east) and Southampton Tudor House and Garden (3.2 miles south). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one.
Comparing caterers
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Whether VAT is included
- The deposit and payment dates
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
For food that suits almost everyone, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice for your event in Lordswood. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why Lordswood hosts choose us
- A clear quote before you book
- Quick service from the hatch
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at our prices page and what a fish and chip van costs.
Questions from Lordswood
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Is Lordswood close to London?
Roughly 69 miles from the centre of London.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
What areas do you cover?
We take the van across London and the South East, including Southampton. See all areas.
What is fish and chip van hire?
We arrive with the van, cook fresh on site, and serve when you are ready to eat.
Fish and chip van hire around Lordswood
Lordswood is about 2 miles north-west of Southampton, in Southampton. We cover Lordswood as standard, so your event just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We take the van to all 40 towns and villages across Southampton, from the larger towns to small villages.
If guests are travelling by rail, Millbrook (Hants) station, about 2.2 miles south, is the nearest station. For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Lord's Hill Church, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby. Lordswood is within about 8 miles of the New Forest National Park, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access. Lordswood is within about 4 miles of the sea, so fish and chips feels right at home here. Sea breezes can be strong, so we think about where the queue will stand.
Here we cover the SO16 and SO15 postcode area, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Peach Road, Linden Road and Woburn Road, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. We also bring the van to events in Coxford (1 mile south-west), Bassett (1 mile east), Rownhams (1 mile north-west), Maybush (1 mile south-west) and Chilworth (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Townhill Park (3 miles east), Midanbury (3 miles east), Thornhill (5 miles south-east), Chartwell Green (4 miles east), Harefield (4 miles south-east) and Itchen (4 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Marlands Shopping Centre (2.8 miles south-east) and Princess Anne Hospital (0.5 miles south). Open spaces near Lordswood include Testwood Lakes.
- Schools near Lordswood include Upper Shirley High School (1 mile south) and Oaklands Community School (1 mile west)
- Local pubs include Bridge Tavern (0.9 miles south-west)
About the food
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Planning for dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
- A short menu helps everyone
- Tell us how many children are coming
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier for everyone.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
Other occasions in Lordswood
Where the van can park in Lordswood
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the hatch
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
What happens on the day
Because we cook inside the van, rain doesn’t stop us. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Lordswood, sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 4:00pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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