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Party Fish and Chip Van in Abbotts Ann
Looking for a fish and chip van for your party in Abbotts Ann? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Family parties with children
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Naming days and christenings
Planning an event in Abbotts Ann?
Party fish and chip van for your party in Abbotts Ann
Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers suit a chip van too, once the council has agreed the road closure. On the menu are haddock and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater christenings and naming days and anniversaries and engagement parties.
A country party near Abbotts Ann is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. Timings are planned around your party, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is the favourite in much of the south. It’s battered and fried to order.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
FAQs for Abbotts Ann
Is Abbotts Ann close to London?
Roughly 66 miles from the centre of London.
What’s the nearest station to Abbotts Ann?
Andover station, about 2.3 miles north-east of the centre.
Do you need power or water from us?
Tell us what’s available at the address when you enquire, and we will say what we need.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Do you bring everything you need?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we will confirm what we need.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Can the van come to our street party?
Frequently, yes. Start the road closure application early.
How the day works
The first sign we have arrived is normally the smell, about the time the first guests wander across. After that, it is a steady flow to the hatch. A summer party in Abbotts Ann stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check where the van can park and send a price.
- On the day we arrive, park up and heat the fryers.
- We fry fresh and serve from the hatch as your guests come up.
- Afterwards, we clear up and leave you to it.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Share the timings for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or SP11 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and you’ll get a clear price. To get started, use our quote form.
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Perfect for your party in Abbotts Ann
With a van, the host gets to enjoy the party. It is also a bit of fun.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Family reunions
- Garden get-togethers
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Big birthdays
If the day starts at Church of St Mary the Virgin, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives.
What your quote should include
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The deposit and payment dates
- Whether there’s a minimum
What affects the price in Abbotts Ann
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Parking and the way in
- Your choice of menu
- Any minimum charge
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Expected numbers
- The address or venue name
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Before you choose a spot
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and help find another. The main points are:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Abbotts Ann
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
Planning for dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Mention the van to neighbours
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Have a back-up for special diets
When everyone has eaten, we pack up and leave the drive tidy.
Bunting and festoon lights by the van make it part of the party.
Abbotts Ann parties: what to know
Abbotts Ann is about 3 miles south-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Wherever your party is in the SP11 area, we can bring the van to you. We serve 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 20 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, Andover station, about 2.3 miles north-east, is the nearest station.
We serve parties across the SP11 postcode area. Your party could be at a house on Catherines Walk, Duck Street and Manor Close, wherever the van can park. For parties just outside Abbotts Ann, we cover Little Ann (1 mile east), Red Rice (1 mile south-east), Anna Valley (1 mile east), Monxton (1 mile north-west) and Amport (2 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Winchester (13 miles south-east), Andover (3 miles north-east), Chandler's Ford (15 miles south-east), Romsey (14 miles south), Hyde (12 miles south-east) and Tidworth (7 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Andover Museum (2.7 miles north-east) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (2.4 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Mill Lake and Quarley Hill.
- Schools near Abbotts Ann include Redrice School (1.2 miles south-east) and John Hanson Community School (1.6 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Eagle pub (less than half a mile north-west)
For planners, venues and organisers
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
- 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