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Party Fish and Chip Van in Harbridge
Party fish and chip van in Harbridge: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Family reunions
- Retirement celebrations
- Engagement parties
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Harbridge questions
Can you serve after a service at Church of All Saints?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Do you come to venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Normally, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
Do you do street parties?
Yes, once the council has agreed the closure. Mention the van in your application.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
Party fish and chip van in Harbridge, cooked to order
With a chip van, the host gets to enjoy the party too. The van parks, the fryers go on and the food goes out hot. We serve cod and chips, haddock and chips and gravy, and typical bookings are for engagement parties and big birthdays.
A country party near Harbridge is perfect for fish and chips: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Should I sort the food myself?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the party.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
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Other occasions in Harbridge
What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Whether a minimum applies
- The menu and how many choices
- The length of service
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Larger groups typically cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Your date and serving time
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning a party in Harbridge
Harbridge is about 3 miles north of Ringwood, in Hampshire. For parties in Harbridge, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Harbridge. We take the van to 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 18 miles away.
Harbridge is within about 7 miles of the New Forest National Park, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For parties in BH24, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. Streets in the area include Kent Lane and Churchfield Lane, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. We also bring the van to parties in Ibsley (1 mile south-east), Mockbeggar (1 mile east), Ellingham (1 mile south), South Gorley (1 mile east) and Rockford (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Totton (13 miles east), Lymington (14 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles north-east), New Milton (11 miles south-east), Ringwood (3 miles south) and Barton on Sea (12 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Fordingbridge Doll Museum (2.6 miles north) and St Leonard's Hospital (5.7 miles south-west). The countryside around Harbridge includes Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
- Nearby, you will find The Old Beams Inn (0.5 miles south-east)
Planners, venues and businesses
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
- Count children separately
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
After service, we pack up.
Plan cover in case of showers.
How it works
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the fryers heat up, and we serve hot from the hatch when you’re ready to eat. At midsummer, it’s light in Harbridge until about 9:25pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- First, tell us about your party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
How to get a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will check the date and send a price.
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Occasions we serve in Harbridge
It suits all ages, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Children’s parties
- Birthday parties
- Summer garden parties
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of All Saints, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards.
What your quote should include
- How many hours the van serves
- VAT, if it applies
- Allergen information for each item
- When payment is due
Before you choose a spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Harbridge
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
- 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