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Fish and chip van for parties in Newnham, Hampshire
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for your party in Newnham.
- Street parties
- Retirement parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
Book the van in Newnham
Party fish and chip van in Newnham, fried fresh
The queue at the hatch gets people mixing, which is what a party is all about. Popular choices include cod and chips, haddock and chips and gravy, and we are regularly asked to cater engagement parties and get-togethers with old friends.
Country parties near Newnham suit a chip van: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Everything is fried fresh at your party, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Newnham?
Hiring a hall and a caterer adds up. With a van, home becomes the venue. Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
Why book our van in Newnham
- Quick service from the hatch
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Something for guests to gather round
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Space, access and the venue
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Newnham
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
How it works
We need a level, firm place to park the van, close to where people will eat, which we agree with you beforehand. A summer party in Newnham stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:10pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Common questions in Newnham
Is Newnham too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
We are gathering after a service at Church of St. Nicholas: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is generally elsewhere. Send us the address.
Can you cook in the rain?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Where do you take the van?
We take the van across London and the South East, Hampshire included. Find your area.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we will confirm what we need.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
What affects the price in Newnham
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Your choice of menu
- Access and parking
- The number of meals
- Whether a minimum applies
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- A photo of the parking spot
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Each quote is put together for your party. Give us your date first, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
For event organisers in Newnham
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will 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’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
Occasions we serve in Newnham
Hot food beats a buffet that’s been out for hours, especially as the evening cools.
In Newnham and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Retirement celebrations
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Engagement parties
Nearby historic houses include The Vyne (4.6 miles west) and Stratfield Saye House (4.7 miles north). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
Questions to ask before you book
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- If the price includes VAT
- How much space the van takes up
- When payment is due
Hosting a chip van party in Newnham
Newnham is about 5 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. For a party in Newnham, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Newnham. Newnham is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Newnham to Reading (12 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, Hook station is about 1.2 miles away. If the day starts at Church of St. Nicholas, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives.
Wherever your party is in RG27, we can fry fresh for your guests. Local streets include Tylney Lane, Newnham Lane and Ridge Lane; a party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. We also bring the van to parties in Nately Scures (1 mile south), Hook Common (1 mile south-east), Up Nately (1 mile south), Hook (1 mile east) and Warnborough Green (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Basingstoke (5 miles west), Farnborough (10 miles east), Fleet (7 miles east), Aldershot (10 miles east), Alton (9 miles south) and Yateley (8 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Odiham Castle (1.9 miles south-east) and Basing House (2.8 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Dogmersfield Lake and Tundry Hill.
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Count children separately
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Send us a picture of the drive
Plan where the queue stands if the van is on the drive.
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