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Fish and chip van for parties in Kingsley, Hampshire
Party fish and chip van in Kingsley: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Garden get-togethers
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
Book the van in Kingsley
Kingsley parties: what to know
Kingsley is about 4 miles east of Alton, in Hampshire. Around Kingsley, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground. We serve all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Kingsley to Guildford (15 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Bentley (Hampshire) station, about 3 miles north, is the nearest station. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Kingsley, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For parties in GU35, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. Whether your party is on Forge Road, Woodfield and Churchfields or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. For parties just outside Kingsley, we cover Sleaford (1 mile east), Pinewood Village (1 mile south), Frithend (2 miles north-east), Bordon (2 miles south) and Lindford (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (13 miles north-west), Farnborough (12 miles north-east), Fleet (10 miles north), Aldershot (9 miles north-east), Alton (4 miles west) and Petersfield (10 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Chase Community Hospital (2.3 miles south). The countryside around Kingsley includes Deadwater Valley and Selborne Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The New Inn (0.9 miles east)
How our party fish and chip van works in Kingsley
A chip van also works for street parties, once the council has agreed the road closure. Whether it’s garden get-togethers and engagement parties, we’ll put together a menu of pie and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips for your guests.
Near Kingsley, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll plan the route. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
What the van needs
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Kingsley
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
Takeaway run or book a van?
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.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
More for events in Kingsley
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A hog roast is pork only, while a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your party.
Why us?
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- No surprises in your quote
How it works
Service is quick: everything is handed over hot from the hatch, and people can eat where they like. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. Autumn and winter parties in Kingsley get dark early: about 7:05pm in late September and 4:00pm in December, so think about lighting by the van.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Ensure the van can get in
Getting a price
Send us the date, the address or GU35 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
For planners, venues and organisers
Hosting at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
Organising a club, school or community event in Kingsley? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The number of meals
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
- The date and time of year
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your party for your party in Kingsley? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Mention the van to neighbours
- Send allergies to us in writing
Have bins and napkins by the van.
A few lights around the van look great.
Questions from Kingsley
Can you serve after a service at Church of All Saints?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Is Kingsley close to London?
About 42 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
How early do summer dates go?
Summer weekends go first. Get in touch with your date.
- 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