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Party Fish and Chip Van in Hundred Acres
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Hundred Acres? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Garden get-togethers
- Leaving parties
- Kids’ birthday parties
Party fish and chip van in Hundred Acres
Party fish and chip van for your party in Hundred Acres
It feels like a treat, but stays relaxed: fish and chips from the van, eaten in the garden. Typical bookings include kids’ birthday parties and neighbourhood get-togethers, with haddock and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips.
In a small place like Hundred Acres, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the route. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Hosting a chip van party in Hundred Acres
Hundred Acres is about 4 miles north-east of Fareham, in Hampshire. Anywhere in PO17, we will come to your venue, home or workplace. We take the van to all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 10 miles away.
A christening at Church of St Nicholas followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
Parties anywhere in PO17 start with a parking spot for the van. Streets in the area include Hundred Acres Road and Southwick Road, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include North Boarhunt (1 mile south-east), Wickham Common (1 mile south-west), Crockerhill (2 miles south-west), Welborne (2 miles south-west) and Boarhunt (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Winchester (13 miles north-west), Gosport (7 miles south), Havant (8 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Fareham (4 miles south-west) and Horndean (6 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Fareham Shopping Centre (3.3 miles south) and Portchester Castle (4.7 miles south-east). The countryside around Hundred Acres includes St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.
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Why choose party fish and chip van in Hundred Acres?
You don’t need a venue: a drive or firm lawn is enough.
In Hundred Acres and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Street parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Guests arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Fareham station, about 3.5 miles south-west.
Before booking anyone
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- What happens if plans change
- When payment is due
- Exactly what’s included in the price
How it works
We get there well before service, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your guests can wander over to the hatch as soon as we open. For a late-May party in Hundred Acres, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. After dark, light the area around the van.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Plan where the queue will stand
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
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What the van needs
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and help find another. What matters most:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A spot near your guests
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- How many people are eating
- Service time
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How easy the site is to reach
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Where the event is
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
For a party that feels special but relaxed, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Hundred Acres. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
Why Hundred Acres hosts choose us
- Quick service from the hatch
- A clear quote before you book
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Common questions in Hundred Acres
How far is Hundred Acres from London?
Roughly 62 miles from the centre of London.
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Nicholas: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Can you cook in the rain?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
What does it cost to hire the van?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Children generally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
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 typically simpler.
Looking after everyone
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Have a back-up for special diets
- A photo of the parking spot helps
After service, we pack up.
A gazebo by the hatch keeps the queue dry.
- 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