Hampshire · England
Party Fish and Chip Van for Bishop's Waltham events
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for your party in Bishop's Waltham.
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Children’s parties
- Christenings and naming days
Planning an event in Bishop's Waltham?
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Party fish and chip van in Bishop's Waltham, cooked to order
Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers suit a chip van too, with the right permissions in place. We’re often asked to cater street parties and birthday parties, with pie and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce.
For a party in Bishop's Waltham, home is often the best venue. Let us know how the van reaches the house, and we will bring everything else. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
What the van needs
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Bishop's Waltham
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Towns and villages near Bishop's Waltham
Other occasions in Bishop's Waltham
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your party in Bishop's Waltham. At midsummer, it is light in Bishop's Waltham until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:10pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- 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.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or SO32 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Hosting a chip van party in Bishop's Waltham
Bishop's Waltham is about 5 miles north-east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. Bookings in Bishop's Waltham come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We take the van to 683 places across Hampshire. We serve events right across the region, from Bishop's Waltham to Southampton (8 miles away).
Guests arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Botley station, about 3.3 miles south-west.
Here we cover the SO32 postcode area. From High Street, St Georges's Square and Station Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. With the B2177 and B3035 close by, Bishop's Waltham is easy for us to reach for your party. If your venue is just outside Bishop's Waltham, we also cover Ashton (1 mile north), Waltham Chase (2 miles south), Durley Street (2 miles west), Wintershill (2 miles west) and Upham (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (8 miles north-west), Gosport (11 miles south), Havant (12 miles south-east), Eastleigh (6 miles west), Fareham (7 miles south) and Horndean (9 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Bishop's Waltham Museum (less than half a mile south-west) and Moorgreen Hospital (5.1 miles west). Open spaces near Bishop's Waltham include Bishops Waltham Branch LNR and Beacon Hill.
- Local schools include Swanmore College of Technology (1.5 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Crown Hotel (under half a mile south)
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Confirm allergies by email
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
It is worth telling the neighbours, or invite them.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
Events we cater in Bishop's Waltham
It feels like a treat, and people talk about it afterwards.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We are frequently booked for:
- Leaving parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Christenings and naming days
A christening at Church of St Peter followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
Comparing caterers
- The cancellation terms
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The van’s size and access needs
- What they can offer for dietary needs
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- The date and time of year
- Cod, haddock or both
- The minimum booking
- How many people are eating
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- A picture of the parking spot
- Where the event is
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a relaxed celebration, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Bishop's Waltham. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why us?
- All the chip-shop extras
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- No kitchen needed
- Something for guests to gather round
Read how we price and the cost guide.
Common questions in Bishop's Waltham
What’s the nearest station to Bishop's Waltham?
The closest is Botley station, roughly 3.3 miles away.
Is Bishop's Waltham close to London?
About 61 miles from central London, and well within our area.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we’ll confirm the rest.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
What do you need at the house?
A suitable spot for the van, mainly. Tell us what’s available and we’ll take it from there.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We will talk it through when we quote.
Is there a kids’ option?
Of course. Children usually love sausage and chips. Include them in your numbers.
- 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