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Party Fish and Chip Van for Itchen Abbas events
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your party makes the food a highlight of your party in Itchen Abbas.
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Garden get-togethers
- Christenings and naming days
Fresh fish and chips in Itchen Abbas
Why choose a fish and chip van in Itchen Abbas?
A venue plus caterer can be expensive. A van on the drive keeps it simple. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Why us?
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- All the chip-shop extras
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Party fish and chip van in Itchen Abbas, fried fresh
Birthdays, garden parties, anniversaries and christenings all suit a fish and chip van. It is food every generation enjoys. Typical bookings include get-togethers with old friends and street parties and neighbourhood events, serving cod and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce.
Country parties near Itchen Abbas suit a chip van: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
For event organisers in Itchen Abbas
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
Towns and villages near Itchen Abbas
Other occasions in Itchen Abbas
Planning for dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
Keep the queue away from the road.
Finish with the birthday cake.
Itchen Abbas parties: what to know
Itchen Abbas is about 4 miles north-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. We cover Itchen Abbas as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Itchen Abbas is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Itchen Abbas to Southampton (about 14 miles away).
If the day starts at Church of St John the Baptist, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives.
Here we cover the SO21 postcode area, and we can serve your party anywhere in it. From Little Hayes Lane, Northington Road and Station Hill or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. We also bring the van to parties in Martyr Worthy (1 mile west), Itchen Stoke (1 mile east), Ovington (2 miles south-east), Easton (2 miles west) and Temple Valley (2 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Basingstoke (13 miles north-east), Winchester (4 miles south-west), Eastleigh (10 miles south-west), Andover (13 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (10 miles south-west) and Alton (12 miles east).
A little further out are St John's Rooms And Chapel (3.9 miles south-west) and Wolvesey Castle (4.1 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
- Local pubs include The Plough pub (under half a mile south-west)
About the food
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion, so we bring it along.
What happens on the day
The first sign we’ve arrived is typically the smell. After that, it’s a steady flow to the hatch. For a late-May party in Itchen Abbas, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it is about 9:25pm. If the party runs past dark, the queue and the path to the van need light.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- 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.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Planning help
Perfect for your party in Itchen Abbas
Fresh food beats a tired buffet, especially as the evening cools.
In Itchen Abbas and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Engagement parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Family reunions
For party guests on the train, Winchester station, about 4.2 miles south-west, is the nearest station.
What your quote should include
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- When final numbers are due
- Whether travel is included
- How allergens are handled
DIY versus a fish and chip 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. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Common questions in Itchen Abbas
Is Itchen Abbas too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Itchen Abbas?
Winchester station, about 4.2 miles south-west of the centre.
What if we only have street parking?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Can you park at our house?
Usually, if the drive is level and firm and the van can get in. Send us a picture and tell us about gates and branches.
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. Send us any allergies in writing.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Do you cover Itchen Abbas?
Yes, we do. Itchen Abbas is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Can you come to a street party?
Yes, where the council allows it. Start the road closure application early.
Before you choose a spot
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- 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