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Fish and chip van for parties in Crofton, Hampshire
Party fish and chip van in Crofton: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Birthday parties
- Naming days and christenings
- Retirement celebrations
Book the van in Crofton
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
Party fish and chip van for your party in Crofton
It is a treat that feels special without being formal: fish and chips from the van, eaten in the garden. Whether it’s retirement celebrations and garden parties and summer get-togethers, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, gravy and mushy peas.
In a small place like Crofton, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
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.
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Let your neighbours know
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Count children separately
- A picture of the parking spot helps
Let the neighbours know the van is coming, or invite them.
A few lights around the van look great.
Occasions we serve in Crofton
People book a chip van for parties because nobody has to cook. It’s also a bit of fun.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Milestone birthdays
- Family reunions
- Retirement parties
- Christenings and naming days
If guests are coming by rail, Fareham station is about 2.1 miles away.
What your quote should include
- How allergens are handled
- How late numbers can change
- How many hours the van serves
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
A hog roast is pork only, while a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies. 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. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- No surprises in your quote
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Something for guests to gather round
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Take a look at how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Planning a party in Crofton
Crofton is about 1 mile east of Stubbington, in Hampshire. We serve parties at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Crofton. Crofton is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 11 miles away.
If the day starts at Peel Common Mission Church, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives. Near the coast, within about 6 miles, a fish and chip van feels like a trip to the seaside, and we always plan for wind.
This part of Hampshire takes in PO14 and PO13. Whether your party is on Mark's Road, Gosport Road and Newgate Lane or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. If your venue is just outside Crofton, we also cover Peel Common (1 mile east), Rowner (1 mile east), Bridgemary (1 mile east), Lee-on-the-Solent (1 mile south) and Fareham (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Havant (10 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north-west), Horndean (10 miles north-east), Totton (15 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (14 miles north-west) and Hedge End (8 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Gosport War Memorial Hospital (3 miles south-east) and Carron Row Farm Museum (3 miles north-west). Open spaces near Crofton include Portsdown Hill and West of the River Alver.
- Local schools include Baycroft School (within half a mile west) and Peel Common Infant School and Nursery Unit (0.5 miles east)
Prices and what affects them
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Parking and the way in
- Whether a minimum applies
- Service time
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- Your date and serving time
- The address or venue name
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Dietary needs, with numbers
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
The process
The van turns up at the agreed time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out at the time you asked for. Midsummer parties in Crofton stay bright until about 9:20pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:10pm. Plan lights for the drive and the queue if you are eating late.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Crofton
What’s the nearest station to Crofton?
Fareham station, about 2.1 miles north of the centre.
What about events near the coast?
Yes. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
When do you arrive?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Can the van come to Crofton?
We do. We serve events in Crofton and across Hampshire. Send us your date to check availability.
What if the weather’s bad?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Can you come to a street party?
Yes, with the council’s permission for the road closure. Tell the council about the van.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we’ll confirm what we need.
What’s on the menu?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Nearby places to Crofton
What else we do in Crofton
- 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