Hampshire · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire in Old Netley
Fish and chip van hire in Old Netley: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Milestone birthday parties
- Festive get-togethers
Fresh fish and chips in Old Netley
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Old Netley
Rain does not stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. That makes it a safe bet for British events. On the menu are mushy peas, haddock and chips and curry sauce, and typical bookings are for birthday celebrations and garden parties and summer get-togethers.
Somewhere like Old Netley, a yard or firm field frequently works. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Old Netley: venues, parking and local tips
Old Netley is about 2 miles south-west of Hedge End, in Hampshire. Give us the address of your event in Old Netley, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. We take the van to all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
Coming by train? The closest railway station is Bursledon station, roughly 1 mile south-east of the centre. For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as St Paul’s Church, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby. The New Forest National Park is within about 8 miles of Old Netley, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access. Old Netley is within about 3 miles of the sea, 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 SO31, we can bring the van to you. Streets in the area include Darlee Gate, Green Lane and Cranbury Gardens, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Lowford (1 mile north-east), Bursledon (1 mile east), Butlocks Heath (1 mile south-west), Hound (1 mile south-west) and Netley (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (12 miles north), Gosport (10 miles south-east), Havant (15 miles east), Eastleigh (5 miles north), Fareham (6 miles south-east) and Horndean (14 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Coldeast (2.3 miles south-east) and Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum (1.6 miles east). The countryside around Old Netley includes Netley Common.
- Schools near Old Netley include Oasis Academy Mayfield (0.9 miles west) and Grove Park Business and Enterprise College (1 mile west)
- Local pubs include The Linden Tree pub (within half a mile east)
Planners, venues and businesses
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
Fish and chips is best eaten right away, so we cook as people come up to the hatch.
A string of bunting by the van makes a lovely photo.
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Old Netley
What’s the nearest station to Old Netley?
The closest is Bursledon station, roughly 1 mile away.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Can you feed a lot of people?
It can be. Give us your numbers and service time, and we’ll tell you honestly how service will work.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so it is fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
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’ll reply with a price.
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
The menu, dish by dish
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. It is battered and fried to order.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
What affects the price in Old Netley
We will give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Numbers
- Access and parking
- Any minimum charge
- Service time
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The venue or postcode
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Anything awkward about the way in
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. To get started, fill in our quote form.
What the van needs
If a spot is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
How it works
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace to suit your event. Around midsummer it stays light in Old Netley until about 9:25pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:10pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 4:00pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the serving time
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Get a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
Events we cater in Old Netley
A fish and chip van suits almost any crowd, young and old alike. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
Whatever the occasion in Old Netley, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re frequently booked for:
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Company team days
- Milestone birthday parties
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Nearby historic houses include Medieval Merchant's House (3.5 miles west) and Southampton Tudor House and Garden (3.6 miles west). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you are booking one.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is included
- The van’s size and access needs
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- How allergens are handled
More for events in Old Netley
- 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