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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Up Somborne events
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van in Up Somborne.
- Evening wedding food
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Summer garden parties
Fresh fish and chips in Up Somborne
Takeaway run or book a van?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Fish and chip van hire in Up Somborne, fried fresh
Fish and chips is the meal almost everyone in Britain knows and likes. That is why a van works for so many kinds of event in Up Somborne. We’re frequently asked to cater wakes and celebrations of life and garden get-togethers, serving gravy, sausage and chips and curry sauce.
Somewhere like Up Somborne, a yard or firm field frequently works. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
How it works
You’ll know we’re ready when the smell of frying drifts over. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. In Up Somborne, the sun sets at about 9:25pm in late June and about 7:10pm in late September, so summer evening events are usually served in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 4:00pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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Common questions in Up Somborne
Do you come out to small places like Up Somborne?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you serve after a service at All Saints Church?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we will confirm the rest.
Do you come to Up Somborne?
We do. We serve events in Up Somborne and across Hampshire. Send us your date to check availability.
Can you serve children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
A fish and chip van in Up Somborne: local details
Up Somborne is about 5 miles north-west of Winchester, in Hampshire. For events in Up Somborne, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Up Somborne is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 12 miles away.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO20. From Court Lane and Up Somborne Lane or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. If your venue is just outside Up Somborne, we also cover Little Somborne (1 mile west), Ashley (1 mile south-west), King's Somborne (2 miles south-west), Lower Slackstead (4 miles south) and Braishfield (5 miles south). Larger places within reach include Winchester (5 miles south-east), Eastleigh (9 miles south-east), Andover (9 miles north), Totton (12 miles south), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south) and Hedge End (13 miles south-east).
A little further out are Royal Hampshire County Hospital (4.9 miles south-east).
Who books fish and chip van hire in Up Somborne?
On a grey day, hot fish and chips wins, and the van keeps frying whatever the weather.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Up Somborne, people book us for occasions like:
- Evening wedding food
- Community events and fairs
- Big birthdays
- Summer garden parties
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as All Saints Church, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby.
What to look for in a quote
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Payment terms and deposit
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and usually costs more per head. A fish and chip van needs a level spot and permission to park, and the food is cooked to order. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why book with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- We cover Up Somborne and the whole of Hampshire
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Planning the van’s spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- A clear area by the serving hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
How we price a fish and chip van
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Your choice of menu
- Any minimum charge
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How easy the site is to reach
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
What we need to know
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Your date and serving time
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your event, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
For event organisers in Up Somborne
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- A short menu helps everyone
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
Fish and chips is at its best fresh from the fryer, so we fry to order as the queue moves.
A string of bunting by the van makes a lovely photo.
- 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