Hampshire · England
Fish and chip van for parties in Purbrook Heath, Hampshire
We bring a fish and chip van for your party across Purbrook Heath and Hampshire, cooking to order on site.
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Naming days and christenings
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Planning an event in Purbrook Heath?
Where the van can park in Purbrook Heath
We will be honest if a spot won’t work. The main points are:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- A spot near your guests
- A clear area by the serving hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
How our party fish and chip van works in Purbrook Heath
Birthdays, garden parties, anniversaries and christenings all suit a fish and chip van. Everyone from toddlers to grandparents knows what they’re getting. On the menu are haddock and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for milestone birthdays and family celebrations after a christening.
A country party near Purbrook Heath is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- A picture of the parking spot helps
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Ensure the van can park legally
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
With children, food about an hour in works well, before the cake.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
What a fish and chip van costs
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Parking and the way in
- Service time
- Distance and any road charges
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Where the van would park
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Anything awkward about the way in
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Purbrook Heath, and we will check the date and send a price.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Purbrook Heath?
With a van, the host gets to enjoy the party. And it is fun.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Purbrook Heath book the van for occasions like:
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Milestone birthdays
- Family parties with children
- Engagement parties
If guests are coming by rail, the closest railway station is Cosham station, roughly 1.9 miles south of the centre.
What to look for in a quote
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Any minimum charge
- Whether travel is included
- Allergen information for each item
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Places near Purbrook Heath
What else we do in Purbrook Heath
Planners, venues and businesses
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
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’ll confirm what we can provide.
How the day works
The first sign we’ve arrived is typically the smell. After that, it’s a steady flow to the hatch. Sunset in Purbrook Heath drops to about 7:10pm by late September and 4:00pm by December, so think about lighting by the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Preparing for the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Share the timings for the day
Get a quote
Still finalising the details? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, use our quote form.
Related guides
Why choose a fish and chip van in Purbrook Heath?
A buffet is easy but forgettable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why Purbrook Heath hosts choose us
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- We cover Purbrook Heath and the whole of Hampshire
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
Parties in Purbrook Heath: homes, halls and local tips
Purbrook Heath is about 1 mile west of Purbrook, in Hampshire. Tell us where your party in Purbrook Heath will be, and we will plan access and set-up. Purbrook Heath is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Purbrook Heath to Southampton (about 15 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Purbrook Heath are Warblington Castle (4.2 miles east). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St John, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards.
Wherever your party is in PO7, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Newlands Lane and Purbrook Heath Road or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Widley (1 mile south), Purbrook (1 mile east), Waterlooville (1 mile north-east), Furzeley Corner (2 miles north) and Drayton (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Gosport (6 miles south-west), Havant (3 miles east), Eastleigh (14 miles north-west), Fareham (6 miles west), Horndean (3 miles north-east) and Hedge End (11 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Queen Alexandra Hospital (1.3 miles south-west) and Portchester Castle (3.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Southmoor Nature Reserve and Portsdown Hill.
- Nearby schools include Purbrook Park School (0.9 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find George Inn (1 mile south)
Questions from Purbrook Heath
Can you serve after a service at Church of St John?
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. Send us the address.
Do you come out to small places like Purbrook Heath?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you come to Purbrook Heath?
We do. Purbrook Heath is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
When should we book for a summer party?
Summer Saturdays book up first, so it pays to ask early.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
- 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