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Fish and chip van hire in Sprat's Down, Hampshire
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van makes the food a highlight of your event in Sprat's Down.
- Summer garden parties
- Work Christmas parties
- Big birthdays
Fish and chip van hire for Sprat's Down events
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the event.
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Sprat's Down
Queuing at the hatch is half the experience. People chat, the smell drifts across, and the food arrives hot. For summer garden parties and work Christmas parties, we can cook pie and chips, sausage and chips and gravy and more.
In a hamlet or village like Sprat's Down, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
What happens on the day
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Each piece of fish is battered and fried to order, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. In Sprat's Down, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:10pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 4:00pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Get a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Sprat's Down? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Occasions we serve in Sprat's Down
It is familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Evening wedding food
- Milestone birthday parties
For guests coming by train, Hamble station is about 4 miles away.
Before booking anyone
- How much space the van takes up
- How many hours the van serves
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How late numbers can change
What a fish and chip van costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Parking and the way in
- Distance and any road charges
- Numbers
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A picture of the space and the way in
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
More for events in Sprat's Down
Questions from Sprat's Down
Can you serve after a service at St George?
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 generally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Do you come out to small places like Sprat's Down?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Do you come to Sprat's Down?
We do. We serve events in Sprat's Down and across Hampshire. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options.
What does the van need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a picture.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Sprat's Down?
If you want something everyone will enjoy, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Why us?
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Bookings across Hampshire, including Sprat's Down
- A quote that spells everything out
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
See our prices page and the cost guide.
The menu, dish by dish
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A spot near your guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Sprat's Down? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
A fish and chip van in Sprat's Down: local details
Sprat's Down is about 4 miles north of Cowes, in Hampshire. We take a fish and chip van to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Sprat's Down and nearby villages. Sprat's Down is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Sprat's Down to Southampton (about 8 miles away).
Churches such as St George rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by typically does. PTAs at schools such as Fawley Infant School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. The New Forest National Park is within about 5 miles of Sprat's Down. Ask your venue about vehicle access. The coast is within about 4 miles of Sprat's Down, and fish and chips always feels right near the sea. On windy days, we plan a sheltered side for the queue.
We take the van to events all over the SO45 postcode area and the streets around it. If your venue is just outside Sprat's Down, we also cover Calshot (1 mile east), Stonehills (1 mile north), Stanswood (1 mile south), Hillhead (1 mile east) and Ashlett (1 mile north). We also serve nearby towns such as Gosport (8 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north), Fareham (7 miles north-east), Totton (10 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (12 miles north) and Hedge End (7 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Calshot Castle (1.6 miles east) and Sir Max Aitken Museum (3.9 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Mercury Marshes and Mill Hill.
- Local pubs include Falcon Hotel (1 mile north)
- 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