Hampshire · England
Party Fish and Chip Van for Clayhall events
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your party in Clayhall. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Retirement celebrations
Planning an event in Clayhall?
How our party fish and chip van works in Clayhall
You don’t need to hire a hall: a chip van on the drive turns your home into the venue. We are frequently asked to cater retirement celebrations and street parties and neighbourhood events, serving curry sauce, cod and chips and mushy peas.
Parties around Clayhall are often relaxed garden affairs. The van fits right in. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what we can do before you book.
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it is on the menu.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Ensure the van can park legally
- Let your neighbours know
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Tell us how many children are coming
It is worth telling the neighbours.
Plan cover in case of showers.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Clayhall?
Buffets are simple but rarely memorable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
What you get with us
- Quick service from the hatch
- No kitchen needed
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- No surprises in your quote
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Where the van can park in Clayhall
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Clayhall parties: what to know
Clayhall is about 2 miles south-east of Gosport, in Hampshire. For a party in Clayhall, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Clayhall. Clayhall is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Clayhall to Southampton (15 miles away).
No room for the van at home? A club or hall car park near Clayhall frequently works. Guests arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Portsmouth Harbour station, about 1.4 miles north-east. Near the coast, within about 2 miles, a fish and chip van feels like a trip to the seaside, and we always plan for wind.
Anywhere in PO12, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your party is on The Lane, Old Road and Fort Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Close by, we cover parties in Haslar (1 mile south-east), Alverstoke (1 mile west), Portsmouth Point (1 mile north-east), Privett (1 mile north-west) and Portsea (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (8 miles north-east), Fareham (6 miles north-west), Horndean (10 miles north-east), Hedge End (12 miles north-west), Waterlooville (8 miles north-east) and Purbrook (7 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tricorn Centre (2.3 miles north-east) and Gosport War Memorial Hospital (1 mile north-west). The countryside around Clayhall includes West of the River Alver.
- Nearby schools include St Vincent College (1.2 miles north) and Bay House School (1.4 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Fighting Cocks pub (less than half a mile west)
- Local facilities include Southsea (1.7 miles east)
Places near Clayhall
More for events in Clayhall
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Clayhall? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
What affects the price in Clayhall
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Distance and any road charges
- Cod, haddock or both
- The date and time of year
- The number of meals
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It’s worth asking early.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Allergies and diets you know about
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
FAQs for Clayhall
What’s the nearest station to Clayhall?
The closest is Portsmouth Harbour station, roughly 1.4 miles away.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind doesn’t affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
How far ahead should we book a party?
Summer weekends go first. Ask about your date.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Clayhall.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We will talk it through when we quote.
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.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do you have allergen information?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
What happens on the day
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your guests can wander over to the hatch once service starts. In Clayhall, a June party has light until about 9:20pm, while a late-September one is dark by about 7:10pm. Plan lights for the drive and the queue if you’re eating late.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Get a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
Read more
- 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