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Fish and chip van hire in Stroud, Hampshire
Planning a fish and chip van in Stroud? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Weddings, especially the evening
Fresh fish and chips in Stroud
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Stroud
Fish and chips is the meal almost everyone in Britain knows and likes. It is why a chip van suits so many occasions in Stroud. For weddings, especially the evening and village fêtes and school fairs, we will put together a menu of pie and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips and more.
Somewhere as small as Stroud, a field, yard or drive is frequently the spot. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we’ll plan for them, and firm ground matters more than anything. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- A short menu helps everyone
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Confirm allergies by email
It helps to have bins and napkins by the van for everyone.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in Stroud
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
Stroud questions
Is Stroud close to London?
Roughly 51 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
How fast is service?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We will talk it through when we quote.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Stroud?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Can you feed plenty of people?
Frequently, yes. Give us your numbers and service time, and we will tell you honestly how service will work.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Perfect for your event in Stroud
It’s familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting, which takes the worry out of feeding a mixed crowd.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Care home visits
- Community events and fairs
- Summer garden parties
For a fundraiser at a school like Langrish Primary School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school.
Before you book anyone
- How late numbers can change
- The van’s size and access needs
- The deposit and payment dates
- What happens if plans change
How we price a fish and chip van
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Parking and the way in
- Distance and any road charges
- The date and time of year
- How long we serve
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A photo of the parking spot
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
A fish and chip van in Stroud: local details
Stroud is about 2 miles west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. For events in Stroud, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We cover 683 places in Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 19 miles away.
Coming by train? The closest railway station is Petersfield station, roughly 1.3 miles east of the centre. After a service at Stroud Mission Church, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house. The South Downs National Park is within about 2 miles of Stroud. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
Anywhere in GU32, we can bring the van to you. From Winchester Road, Stroudfields and Ramsdean Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. If your venue is just outside Stroud, we also cover Langrish (1 mile west), Petersfield (2 miles east), Froxfield Green (2 miles north-west), Steep (2 miles north-east) and High Cross (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles west), Havant (10 miles south), Fareham (15 miles south-west), Horndean (7 miles south), Alton (10 miles north) and Waterlooville (9 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Petersfield Community Hospital (1.3 miles east) and Clanfield Earthwork (4.2 miles south). Within reach you will find Liss Riverside Railway Walk South and Pidham Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Petersfield School (1.4 miles east) and Morton House School (1.4 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Seven Stars pub (under half a mile south-east)
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It is battered and fried to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers, especially with curry sauce.
The process
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. Late September evenings in Stroud lose the light at about 7:05pm, and in December it is nearer 4:00pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- 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.
- On the day we arrive in good time, park up and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried fresh and handed over from the hatch.
- Afterwards, we clear up and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Give us a contact for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
Get a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Next to a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which suits guests who do not eat pork. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why Stroud hosts choose us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Hot food handed straight over
- A clear quote before booking
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
Nearby places to Stroud
Also in Stroud
- 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