Hampshire · England
Fish and chip van for parties in New Copse, Hampshire
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your party in New Copse. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Birthday parties
- Family parties with children
Book the van in New Copse
How our party fish and chip van works in New Copse
There is no need for a venue: the van makes your home the party venue. We serve haddock and chips, gravy and sausage and chips, and we’re often booked for retirement parties and engagement parties.
In a small place like New Copse, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce and it is on the menu.
New Copse questions
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Andrew: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is usually elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How far is New Copse from London?
About 49 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you bring everything you need?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we will confirm what we need.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
How much does a fish and chip van for your party cost in New Copse?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we will reply with a price.
What do children eat?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Children usually love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
Organising for someone else?
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Where the van can park in New Copse
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
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 you get to enjoy the day.
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What affects the price in New Copse
These are the factors that matter most:
- Cod, haddock or both
- How easy the site is to reach
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It’s worth asking early.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- A picture of the parking spot
- The date and time of the event
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Then everything is fried to order, timed around your party. At midsummer, it’s light in New Copse until about 9:25pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
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Parties in New Copse: homes, halls and local tips
New Copse is about 4 miles west of Alton, in Hampshire. Whether your party is in the middle of New Copse or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We cover 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 21 miles away.
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Andrew, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Alton station, roughly 4.3 miles east of the centre.
For parties in GU34, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include South Town (1 mile south), Holt End (1 mile north), Hattingley (1 mile south-west), Wivelrod (1 mile east) and Bentworth (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Basingstoke (9 miles north), Winchester (12 miles south-west), Fleet (14 miles north-east), Aldershot (15 miles north-east), Alton (4 miles east) and Petersfield (11 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Alton Community Hospital (3.2 miles east) and Gliding Heritage Centre (3.7 miles north-east). The countryside around New Copse includes King's Hill.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A venue plus caterer can be expensive. A van on the drive keeps it simple. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why New Copse hosts choose us
- Bookings across Hampshire, including New Copse
- A clear quote before booking
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Something for guests to gather round
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Send us a picture of the drive
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