Hampshire · England
Party Fish and Chip Van in Shootash
Looking for a fish and chip van for your party in Shootash? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Milestone birthdays
- Christenings and naming days
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
Planning an event in Shootash?
About our party fish and chip van in Shootash
For children, there’s sausage and chips, so nobody needs a separate meal. Whether it is street parties and milestone birthdays, we’ll put together a menu of mushy peas, gravy and sausage and chips and more.
Country parties near Shootash suit a chip van: fried fresh and eaten outside. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
The process
Service is quick: everything is handed over hot from the hatch. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. At midsummer, it’s light in Shootash until about 9:25pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Let us know the serving time
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Towns and villages near Shootash
More for events in Shootash
Organising for someone else?
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Lighting nearby for evening events
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
What a fish and chip van costs
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Any minimum charge
- How far we travel
- Numbers
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your party.
What we need to know
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Where the event is
- A photo of the space and the way in
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, use our quote form.
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
A chip van compared with other options
Buffets are simple but rarely memorable. The van becomes part of the party. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Why book our van in Shootash
- Quick service from the hatch
- We cover Shootash and the whole of Hampshire
- Classic food your guests already know
- Something for guests to gather round
Events we cater in Shootash
You do not need a venue: a drive or a firm spot near the garden will do.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Birthday parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
A christening at Church of All Saints followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
What your quote should include
- How many hours the van serves
- If the price includes VAT
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- When payment is due
Looking after everyone
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Tell us how many children are coming
Put bins and napkins near the hatch.
A gazebo by the hatch keeps the queue dry.
Shootash questions
What’s the nearest station to Shootash?
The closest is Romsey station, roughly 2.4 miles away.
Is Shootash too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance.
What do children eat?
Most children go for sausage and chips. Let us know numbers and ages.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Parties in Shootash: homes, halls and local tips
Shootash is about 3 miles west of Romsey, in Hampshire. For parties in Shootash, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Shootash to Southampton (9 miles away).
Within reach of Shootash are historic houses such as Mottisfont Abbey (3 miles north) and Landford Manor (3.7 miles west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. If your drive is too small, local halls and clubs near Shootash can be an alternative, as long as the van can park outside.
We cover parties in every part of the SO51 postcode area and the streets around it. Nearby, we also serve parties in The Frenches (1 mile west), Plaitford Green (2 miles west), East Wellow (2 miles south), West Wellow (2 miles south-west) and Blackhill (3 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (11 miles north-east), Eastleigh (9 miles east), Andover (15 miles north), Totton (6 miles south), Chandler's Ford (7 miles east) and Hedge End (12 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Romsey Community Hospital (2.9 miles east) and King Johns House (2.2 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Copythorne Common.
- Local schools include Stanbridge Earls School (1.3 miles north-east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Romsey Extra (2.5 miles south-east)
- 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