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Fish and chip van hire in Rotherwick, Hampshire
We bring a fish and chip van to Rotherwick and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Big birthdays
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Summer garden parties
Fish and chip van hire in Rotherwick
How our fish and chip van hire works in Rotherwick
There’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. It needs a level, firm spot to park and a clear way in, which most drives, car parks and yards can offer. Popular choices include mushy peas, cod and chips and sausage and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater fish and chip days at care homes and birthday celebrations.
Somewhere as small as Rotherwick, a field, yard or drive is often the spot. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm, dry ground is the key. We serve from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
Questions from Rotherwick
Can you serve after a service at Rotherwick Church?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Send us the address.
Which station is closest to Rotherwick?
Hook station, about 1.8 miles south of the centre.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Rotherwick.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
Tell us your preference when you book and we’ll confirm what we can offer.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Children generally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Rotherwick?
Hot food on a cold or wet day is hard to beat, and the van keeps frying whatever the weather.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Festive get-togethers
- Garden get-togethers
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Birthday celebrations
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Whitewater Church of England Primary School, can book the van as a food stall.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- VAT, if it applies
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- How late numbers can change
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, the host gets to enjoy the day. Larger groups generally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why us?
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Quick service from the hatch
- We cover Rotherwick and the whole of Hampshire
- A clear quote before you book
Nearby places to Rotherwick
More for events in Rotherwick
For event organisers in Rotherwick
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. 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.
How we price a fish and chip van
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Numbers
- Whether a minimum applies
- How long we serve
- The menu and how many choices
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Expected numbers
- A picture of the space and the way in
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
The menu, dish by dish
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Step by step
The first sign we have arrived is typically the smell, about the time the first guests wander across. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. Evenings in Rotherwick stay light until about 9:25pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; after dark, the queue and the path to the van need good lighting.
- First, you send us your date, address, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the space for the van, then send a quote.
- We arrive early, set up and get the fryers hot.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch at the agreed time.
- Afterwards, we clear up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Getting a price
Planning a fish and chip van in Rotherwick? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Fish and chip van hire around Rotherwick
Rotherwick is about 6 miles west of Fleet, in Hampshire. We serve events at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Rotherwick and nearby villages. We serve all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 10 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, Hook station is about 1.8 miles away. Among the historic houses close to Rotherwick are Stratfield Saye House (3.2 miles north). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before booking.
This part of Hampshire takes in RG27, so your event can be anywhere in it. That could mean an event at a home on The Street, Wedman's Lane and Hook Road or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Close by, we cover events in Lyde Green (1 mile north-west), Mattingley (1 mile north-east), Hound Green (2 miles north-east), Hazeley (2 miles north-east) and Heckfield (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (6 miles south-west), Farnborough (9 miles east), Fleet (6 miles east), Aldershot (10 miles south-east), Alton (11 miles south) and Yateley (6 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include West Green House Agricultural Museum (1.8 miles east) and Fleet Community Hospital (5.5 miles east). Open spaces near Rotherwick include Dogmersfield Lake and The Mill Field.
- Local pubs include Coach And Horses Public House (under half a mile south-west)
- 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