Hampshire · England
Fish and chip van for parties in Privett, Hampshire
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your party makes the food a highlight of your party in Privett.
- Christenings and naming days
- Retirement celebrations
- Family reunions
Planning an event in Privett?
How our party fish and chip van works in Privett
A chip van works for birthdays, garden parties and family celebrations. Everyone from toddlers to grandparents knows what they’re getting. We serve mushy peas, sausage and chips and curry sauce, and typical bookings are for family celebrations after a christening and retirement celebrations.
In a place like Privett, a party at home is usually the easiest option. Tell us about the drive and the lane, and we will bring everything else. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what we can do before booking.
Hosting a chip van party in Privett
Privett is about 1 mile south-west of Gosport, in Hampshire. We take a fish and chip van for your party to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Privett and the surrounding area. Privett is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 13 miles away.
Guests arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Portsmouth Harbour station, about 2.3 miles east. The coast is within about 4 miles, so a chip van is a natural choice.
Wherever your party is in PO12 and PO13, we can bring the van to you. Local streets include Bay Road, Gomer Lane and Vectis Road; a party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. For parties just outside Privett, we cover Alverstoke (1 mile south-east), Clayhall (1 mile south-east), Haslar (2 miles south-east), Portsmouth Point (2 miles east) and Portsea (2 miles east). Further out, we also take the van to Havant (9 miles north-east), Eastleigh (14 miles north-west), Fareham (4 miles north), Horndean (10 miles north-east), Hedge End (10 miles north-west) and Waterlooville (8 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Tricorn Centre (3.1 miles east) and Search (1.5 miles east). Open spaces near Privett include West of the River Alver and Portsdown Hill.
- Schools near Privett include Bay House School (0.5 miles south) and St Vincent College (1.2 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include Wiltshire Lamb pub (0.5 miles east)
Organising for someone else?
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it is lovely with a pie.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
A chip van compared with other options
A hog roast is pork only, while a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies. The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Why Privett hosts choose us
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Quick service from the hatch
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Step by step
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. Autumn and winter parties in Privett get dark early: about 7:10pm in late September and 4:00pm in December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Perfect for your party in Privett
Hot food beats a buffet that is been out for hours, especially as the evening cools.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Family parties with children
- Leaving parties
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Engagement parties
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as St Faith's Church, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards.
Before booking anyone
- How many hours the van serves
- Any minimum charge
- Whether travel is included
- A clear list of what’s included
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Privett
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Privett
We are gathering after a service at St Faith's Church: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
What’s the nearest station to Privett?
The closest is Portsmouth Harbour station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
Can the van come to our street party?
Yes, where the council allows it. Check your council’s rules on road closures and vehicles early.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Will the van fit on our drive?
That depends on the space and the route in. Mention anything tight, and we will advise.
Where do you take the van?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before you book.
What do children eat?
Yes. Children normally love sausage and chips. Include them in your numbers.
Places near Privett
Other occasions in Privett
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Give us separate numbers for children
- A photo of the parking spot helps
Keep the queue away from the road if the van is on the drive.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The day of the week
- The minimum booking
- How many people are eating
- Access and parking
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We’ll send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Expected numbers
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Where you’d like the van to go
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
- 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