Hampshire · England
Party Fish and Chip Van for Bidden events
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your party in Bidden and across Hampshire.
- Christenings and naming days
- Engagement parties
- Summer garden parties
Party fish and chip van for Bidden events
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Count children separately
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Check the street’s parking rules
Have bins and napkins by the van.
A gazebo by the hatch keeps the queue dry.
Party fish and chip van in Bidden, cooked to order
The van can park on a drive, a hardstanding or a firm lawn, with the serving hatch towards the garden. We serve sausage and chips, pie and chips and cod and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater children’s parties and big birthdays.
In a small place like Bidden, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll plan the route. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Events we cater in Bidden
Everyone from toddlers to grandparents enjoys it, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
Whatever the occasion in Bidden, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We are frequently booked for:
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Garden get-togethers
- Birthday parties
If the day starts at Church of St Mary, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives.
Before you book anyone
- VAT, if it applies
- The cancellation terms
- The deposit and payment dates
- The van’s size and access needs
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, park on the agreed spot, and cook and serve without fuss. Sunset in Bidden is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, the queue and the path to the van need light.
- 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.
- Guests come up to the hatch and we fry to order.
- We pack up when we are done and leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Share the timings for the day
Get a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we will reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
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.
A chip van compared with other options
Ordering in for a crowd means long waits. A van fries on the spot. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Why Bidden hosts choose us
- Something for guests to gather round
- Events in Bidden and across Hampshire
- No surprises in your quote
- All the chip-shop extras
See how we price and the cost guide.
Parties in Bidden: homes, halls and local tips
Bidden is about 4 miles south of Hook, in Hampshire. From the centre of Bidden to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We take the van to 683 places across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Reading, about 15 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Hook station, about 3.6 miles north, is the nearest station.
We cover parties in every part of RG25 and the streets around it. That could mean a party at a home on Bidden Road, Elder Dell and Meadowside, as long as there is somewhere for the van. For parties just outside Bidden, we cover Little Hoddington (1 mile west), South Warnborough (1 mile south-east), Long Sutton (2 miles east), Greywell (2 miles north-east) and Up Nately (2 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Basingstoke (5 miles north-west), Farnborough (11 miles north-east), Fleet (7 miles north-east), Aldershot (10 miles east), Alton (6 miles south) and Yateley (10 miles north-east).
A little further out are Gliding Heritage Centre (3.4 miles south-west) and Odiham Castle (2.5 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include The Mill Field and Holybourne Hill.
- Local pubs include Hoddington Arms Public House (under half a mile west)
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The minimum booking
- How far we travel
- The number of meals
- Cod, haddock or both
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It’s worth asking early.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Expected numbers
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Where the event is
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Bidden
- Gravy
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
Bidden questions
Is Bidden close to London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London.
Do you come out to small places like Bidden?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
When should we book for a summer party?
Weekends from May to September are busiest, so ask early.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
Do you need power or water from us?
Let us know about power and water at the house, and we’ll say what we need.
Can the van park on grass?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Do you have allergen information?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll give you the allergen information.
Places near Bidden
More for events in Bidden
- 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