Hampshire · England
Party Fish and Chip Van in Forest Corner
We bring a fish and chip van for your party across Forest Corner and Hampshire, cooking to order on site.
- Garden get-togethers
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Big birthdays
Planning an event in Forest Corner?
Party fish and chip van in Forest Corner, fried fresh
Food is fried to order, so it is hot and crisp, rather than sitting on a buffet table all afternoon. For street parties and anniversary celebrations, we’ll put together a menu of sausage and chips, haddock and chips and curry sauce.
A country party near Forest Corner is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A buffet is easy but forgettable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book our van in Forest Corner
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- A short walk from the party
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Should I sort the food myself?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Let your neighbours know
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Show us where the van would go
Have bins and napkins by the van.
Bunting and festoon lights by the van make it part of the party.
Common questions in Forest Corner
Can the van go to venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Is Forest Corner too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we will include them in the plan.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Do we need to provide equipment?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Can you cook in the rain?
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.
Forest Corner parties: what to know
Forest Corner is about 1 mile east of Ringwood, in Hampshire. Anywhere in BH24, we will come to your venue, home or workplace. Forest Corner is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Forest Corner to Southampton (16 miles away).
After a christening at a church like St John the Baptist, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends. The New Forest National Park is within about 3 miles of Forest Corner, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We take the van to parties all over the BH24 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your party is on Burcombe Lane, St Aubyns Lane and Picket Hill or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. We also bring the van to parties in Foulford (1 mile south-east), Shobley (1 mile north-east), Hangersley (1 mile north-west), Poulner (1 mile west) and Hightown (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Totton (12 miles north-east), Lymington (11 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles north-east), Hythe (15 miles east), New Milton (8 miles south-east) and Barton on Sea (9 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include St Leonard's Hospital (5.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Blashford Lakes and Linbrook Lake.
- Local schools include Ringwood School Academy (1.6 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The London Tavern (0.9 miles west)
The process
You don’t need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your party. The frying and serving are down to us. Sunset in Forest Corner drops to about 7:10pm by late September and 4:05pm by December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What comes out of the fryer
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and children love it.
Who books party fish and chip van in Forest Corner?
Fresh food beats a tired buffet.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Naming days and christenings
- Anniversary celebrations
- Birthday parties
- Kids’ birthday parties
Within reach of Forest Corner are historic houses such as Avon Tyrrell House (3.6 miles south). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler.
Before you book anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- When payment is due
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- How long we serve
- How far we travel
- The minimum booking
- How easy the site is to reach
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- The date and time of the event
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Where the event is
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Other occasions in Forest Corner
- 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