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Fish and chip van for parties in Shipton Bellinger, Hampshire
Looking for a fish and chip van for your party in Shipton Bellinger? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Anniversary celebrations
- Retirement parties
Planning an event in Shipton Bellinger?
What happens on the day
We don’t cook ahead. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, so it’s as fresh as from any chip shop. A summer party in Shipton Bellinger stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
How to prepare
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Make sure the van can get in
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Getting a price
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Shipton Bellinger? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
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How our party fish and chip van works in Shipton Bellinger
Everything is cooked as people come up, rather than sitting on a buffet table all afternoon. Whether it is engagement parties and family celebrations after a christening, we will put together a menu of haddock and chips, mushy peas and pie and chips and more.
A country party near Shipton Bellinger is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Events we cater in Shipton Bellinger
Everyone from toddlers to grandparents enjoys it, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Shipton Bellinger and Hampshire:
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Leaving parties
- Big birthdays
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Peter, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards.
Questions to ask before you book
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Payment terms and deposit
- What happens if plans change
- How much space the van takes up
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Shipton Bellinger questions
What’s the nearest station to Shipton Bellinger?
Grateley station, about 3.4 miles south-east of the centre.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Peter?
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 go on a lawn or field?
Normally, if it is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What do you bring?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Shipton Bellinger?
A takeaway order for a party takes ages and arrives lukewarm. A van fries on the spot. Larger groups typically cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What you get with us
- We cover Shipton Bellinger and the whole of Hampshire
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- No surprises in your quote
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
See how we price or the cost guide.
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Chips
Parties in Shipton Bellinger: homes, halls and local tips
Shipton Bellinger is in Hampshire. Around Shipton Bellinger, we park wherever there is level, firm ground. Shipton Bellinger is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Shipton Bellinger to Southampton (about 23 miles away).
For party guests on the train, Grateley station is about 3.4 miles away.
Wherever your party is in SP9, we can bring the van to you. Local streets include High Street, Gardeners Green and Hedges Close; a party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. We also bring the van to parties in Tidworth (2 miles north), Perham Down (3 miles north-east), Kimpton (3 miles east), Great Shoddesden (4 miles north-east) and Ludgershall (4 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Andover (8 miles east), Whitchurch (15 miles east), East Anton (9 miles east), Picket Piece (10 miles east), Picket Twenty (10 miles east) and Finkley Down (10 miles east).
A little further out are Ludgershall Castle (4.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Shipton Bellinger include Beacon Hill and Winterbourne Downs RSPB reserve.
- Nearby schools include The Wellington Academy (2.3 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Boot Inn (within half a mile east)
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Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Distance and any road charges
- How many people are eating
- Any minimum charge
- Service time
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Expected numbers
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The address or venue name
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Confirm allergies by email
- Send us a picture of the drive
When everyone has eaten, we pack up.
Seats or a few tables help people eat comfortably.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
- 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