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Fish and chip van for parties in Broadgate, Hampshire
Looking for a fish and chip van for your party in Broadgate? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Retirement celebrations
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
A chip van near Broadgate
Party fish and chip van in Broadgate, fried fresh
With a chip van, the host gets to enjoy the party too. We park up, fry to order and hand it over hot. For street parties and retirement parties, we can cook pie and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips for your guests.
A country party near Broadgate is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
A chip van compared with other options
Buffets are simple but rarely memorable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your party is.
Why Broadgate hosts choose us
- Hot food handed straight over
- No surprises in your quote
- Events in Broadgate and across Hampshire
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
The process
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. Midsummer parties in Broadgate stay bright until about 9:25pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:10pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Clear the route for the van
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Takeaway run or book a van?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Broadgate parties: what to know
Broadgate is about 2 miles north-west of Chandler's Ford, in Hampshire. In and around Broadgate, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. Broadgate is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 6 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, the closest railway station is Chandlers Ford station, roughly 1.8 miles south-east of the centre. Among the historic houses close to Broadgate are South Stoneham House (4.9 miles south). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
For parties in SO51, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Whether your party is on Hook Road, Broadgate Farm and Woodlea Way or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. If your venue is just outside Broadgate, we also cover Knapp (1 mile north-west), Ampfield (1 mile west), Gosport (1 mile west), Crampmoor (2 miles west) and Lower Slackstead (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (6 miles north-east), Eastleigh (4 miles south-east), Fareham (14 miles south-east), Andover (15 miles north), Totton (7 miles south-west) and Hedge End (8 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Romsey Community Hospital (3.2 miles west) and Eastleigh Museum (3.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Broadgate includes Flexford Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Broadgate include Thornden School (2.2 miles east)
- Local pubs include White Horse Public House (0.9 miles west)
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Show us where the van would go
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Arrange an alternative if needed
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
Plan where the queue stands.
A few lights around the van look great.
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and it’s a favourite with children.
What affects the price in Broadgate
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How long we serve
- The number of meals
- Parking and the way in
- Whether a minimum applies
Larger groups usually cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The address or venue name
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Still finalising the details? That is fine: tell us the basics about your party, and we will quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
Nearby places to Broadgate
What else we do in Broadgate
Events we cater in Broadgate
There’s no kitchen to clear up afterwards, which makes the morning after much easier.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Leaving parties
- Family parties with children
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Family reunions
If the day starts at Church of St Mark, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives.
Before you book anyone
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Whether there is a minimum
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payment is due
Broadgate: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Broadgate?
The closest is Chandlers Ford station, roughly 1.8 miles away.
How far is Broadgate from London?
About 66 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
What do children eat?
Most children go for sausage and chips. Let us know numbers and ages.
For event organisers in Broadgate
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
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.
- 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