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Fish and chip van for parties in Cadnam, Hampshire
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your party in Cadnam.
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
Party fish and chip van for Cadnam events
The process
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, which we agree with you beforehand. Autumn and winter parties in Cadnam get dark early: about 7:10pm in late September and 4:00pm in December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- We start with a few details about your party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Get a quote
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Cadnam? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Party fish and chip van in Cadnam, fried fresh
Birthdays, garden parties, anniversaries and christenings all suit a fish and chip van. Everyone from toddlers to grandparents knows what they’re getting. For summer garden parties and neighbourhood get-togethers, we’ll put together a menu of haddock and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips for your guests.
In a small place like Cadnam, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the party.
Planning for dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- A picture of the parking spot helps
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Have a back-up for special diets
Keep the queue away from the road if the van is on the drive.
Plan cover in case of showers.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Hiring a hall and a caterer adds up. A van on the drive keeps it simple. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Bookings across Hampshire, including Cadnam
- Something for guests to gather round
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Cadnam parties: what to know
Cadnam is about 3 miles west of Totton, in Hampshire. Tell us where your party in Cadnam will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. Cadnam is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Cadnam to Southampton (about 8 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, the closest railway station is Ashurst New Forest station, roughly 3.1 miles south-east of the centre. After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends. Cadnam is within about 4 miles of the New Forest National Park, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For parties in SO40, we just need to know where the van can park. Local streets include Old Lyndhurst Road, White Hart Lane and Southampton Road; a party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Nearby, we also serve parties in Wittensford (1 mile west), Bartley (1 mile south-east), Copythorne (1 mile north-east), Newbridge (1 mile north) and Winsor (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (15 miles north-east), Eastleigh (11 miles east), Totton (3 miles east), Chandler's Ford (9 miles north-east), Hedge End (12 miles east) and Lymington (11 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Tatchbury Mount Hospital (2.2 miles east) and National Dairy Museum (3.6 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Copythorne Common.
- Local pubs include The White Hart pub (under half a mile west)
For event organisers in Cadnam
Hosting at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Questions from Cadnam
Which station is closest to Cadnam?
Ashurst New Forest station, about 3.1 miles south-east of the centre.
Is Cadnam too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you cover Cadnam?
Yes, we do. Cadnam is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Can you cook in the rain?
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.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we will plan for them.
Where do you take the van?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
What affects the price in Cadnam
We will give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Access and parking
- The minimum booking
- The length of service
- The number of meals
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your party is.
Details that help
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Roughly how many people, including children
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Events we cater in Cadnam
You don’t need a venue: a drive or firm lawn is enough.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Engagement parties
- Birthday parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Reunions and family get-togethers
Within reach of Cadnam are historic houses such as Landford Manor (4.6 miles north-west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
What your quote should include
- Any minimum charge
- Whether travel is included
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- VAT, if it applies
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Pie and chips
Towns and villages near Cadnam
Also in Cadnam
- 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