Hampshire · England
Party Fish and Chip Van for Oakhanger events
Bring the chip shop to your party in Oakhanger. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Children’s parties
- Big birthdays
Party fish and chip van in Oakhanger
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. It’s battered and fried to order.
Party fish and chip van in Oakhanger, fried fresh
You don’t need to hire a hall: a chip van on the drive turns your home into the venue. We are often asked to cater family parties with children and garden parties and summer get-togethers, with gravy, curry sauce and sausage and chips.
A country party near Oakhanger is perfect for fish and chips: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do.
What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The menu and how many choices
- Access and parking
- The date and time of year
- Numbers
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Your date and serving time
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Where the event is
Still finalising the details? That is fine: tell us the basics about your party, and we will quote on that. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Oakhanger parties: what to know
Oakhanger is about 4 miles south-east of Alton, in Hampshire. Bookings in Oakhanger come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. We cover 683 places in Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from Oakhanger to Guildford (about 17 miles away).
If the day starts at St Mary Magdalene's Church, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives. Oakhanger is within about 8 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in GU35, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Hartley Mauditt (2 miles west), East Worldham (2 miles north-west), Wyck (3 miles north), Upper Farringdon (3 miles west) and Neatham (4 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (13 miles north-west), Farnborough (14 miles north-east), Fleet (11 miles north), Horndean (15 miles south), Aldershot (11 miles north-east) and Alton (4 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include The Romany Museum (2.1 miles south-west) and Chase Community Hospital (1.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Selborne Hill and Deadwater Valley.
How it works
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we will adjust start times and pace to suit your party. Sunset in Oakhanger is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, the queue and the path to the van need light.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure the van can get in
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Get a quote
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Oakhanger? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning help
For event organisers in Oakhanger
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Common questions in Oakhanger
Which station is closest to Oakhanger?
The closest is Alton station, roughly 3.8 miles away.
We are gathering after a service at St Mary Magdalene's Church: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
What does the van need?
Not much: 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.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
DIY versus a fish and chip 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.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
Nearby places to Oakhanger
Also in Oakhanger
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- A spot near your guests
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
Who books party fish and chip van in Oakhanger?
It works at home: a drive or a firm spot near the garden will do.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Oakhanger, people book us for events such as:
- Big birthdays
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Street parties
- Anniversary celebrations
For party guests on the train, the closest railway station is Alton station, roughly 3.8 miles north-west of the centre.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens if plans change
- Any minimum charge
- When payment is due
- What the price includes, item by item
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Ensure the van can park legally
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
We park on the agreed spot and set up, and serve as the party carries on.
A few lights around the van look great.
- 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