Hampshire · England
Party Fish and Chip Van in Lymington
Party fish and chip van in Lymington: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- Birthday parties
- Anniversary celebrations
- Children’s parties
Book the van in Lymington
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Compared with cooking a barbecue yourself, the host is not stuck cooking all afternoon. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why book with us
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- A van that becomes part of the event
- A quote that spells everything out
- We cover Lymington and the whole of Hampshire
See how we price and the cost guide.
Party fish and chip van for your party in Lymington
The queue at the hatch gets people mixing, which is what a party is all about. On the menu are haddock and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater christenings and naming days and kids’ birthday parties.
Birthdays, christenings and summer parties in Lymington often happen at home or in a local hall. The van works at both, given somewhere to park. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
Party venues around Lymington
Lymington is in Hampshire. For parties in Lymington, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Lymington. We take the van to all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Lymington to Southampton (about 13 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Lymington Town station is about 0.6 miles away. The New Forest National Park is within about 5 miles of Lymington, so many gardens around here have a great outlook. The coast is within about a mile, so a chip van is a natural choice.
Anywhere in SO41, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include High Street, The Square and Priestlands Place, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Main roads around Lymington include the A337 and B3054, which makes travel to your party easy. Close by, we cover parties in Pennington (1 mile south-west), Walhampton (1 mile east), Lower Pennington (1 mile south), Warborne (1 mile north) and Boldre (2 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Totton (11 miles north), Hedge End (15 miles north-east), Hythe (10 miles north-east), New Milton (5 miles west), Ringwood (12 miles north-west) and Locks Heath (14 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Lymington New Forest Hospital (0.9 miles north) and St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (less than half a mile north-east). Within reach you’ll find Lymington and Keyhaven Marshes Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Lymington include Priestlands School (within half a mile south-west) and Southlands School (1.3 miles north)
- Local pubs include Thomas Tripp pub (under half a mile north)
Also near Lymington
What else we do in Lymington
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Send us a photo of the drive
Let the neighbours know the van is coming, or invite them.
Your own cake makes the perfect finish.
Common questions in Lymington
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. Wind doesn’t affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
What’s the nearest station to Lymington?
The closest is Lymington Town station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Lymington.
When should we book for a summer party?
As early as you can for summer weekends. Ask about your date.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before booking.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Is there a kids’ option?
Of course. Children typically love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The date and time of year
- Access and parking
- Any minimum charge
- Your choice of menu
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Your date and serving time
- Where the van would park
- The address or venue name
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
What the van needs
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Lymington
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
Events we cater in Lymington
You do not need a venue: a drive or firm lawn is enough.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Children’s parties
- Retirement celebrations
- Engagement parties
- Christenings and naming days
A christening at Church of St. Thomas the Apostle followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
Questions to ask before you book
- If the price includes VAT
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Any minimum charge
- Allergen information for each item
What happens on the day
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace to suit your party. A summer party in Lymington stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture 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.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your party, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
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A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
- 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