Hampshire · England
Party Fish and Chip Van for Water End events
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your party in Water End.
- Family reunions
- Family parties with children
- Leaving parties
Planning an event in Water End?
For planners, venues and organisers
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Party fish and chip van in Water End, cooked to order
We park on the drive or a firm spot near the party, with the serving hatch towards the garden. Whether it’s garden parties and summer get-togethers and street parties and neighbourhood events, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, gravy and haddock and chips and more.
In a small place like Water End, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the route. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your party, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- How long we serve
- The number of meals
- Distance and any road charges
- Any minimum charge
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The date and when you’d like to eat
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, use our quote form.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Water End?
It feels like a treat, and people talk about it afterwards.
In Water End and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Leaving parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
Within reach of Water End are historic houses such as The Vyne (4.1 miles north-west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
Before booking anyone
- How much space the van takes up
- What happens if plans change
- Whether travel is included
- When final numbers are due
Water End: your questions answered
Is Water End close to London?
About 42 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small places like Water End?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Will the van fit on our drive?
That depends on the space and the route in. Mention anything tight, and we will advise.
Do you do anything other than fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
What do children eat?
Yes. Children normally love sausage and chips. Include them in your numbers.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before you book.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Nearby places to Water End
More for events in Water End
Water End parties: what to know
Water End is about 4 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. In and around Water End, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. Water End is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Reading, about 12 miles away.
If the day starts at St Swithun's church, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives. Guests arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Hook station, about 2.1 miles east.
This part of Hampshire takes in RG24, so your party can be anywhere in it. For parties just outside Water End, we cover Andwell (1 mile south-west), Mapledurwell (1 mile south), Old Basing (2 miles west), Wildmoor (2 miles north) and Lychpit (2 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Basingstoke (4 miles west), Farnborough (11 miles east), Fleet (7 miles east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (9 miles south) and Yateley (9 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Basing House (1.9 miles west) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (4.4 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Dogmersfield Lake and The Mill Field.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Looking after everyone
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Show us where the van would go
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Ensure the van can park legally
With children, food about an hour in works well, before the cake.
A gazebo by the hatch keeps the queue dry.
How it works
On the day, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Then everything is fried to order, so we time it to your schedule. Sunset in Water End drops to about 7:10pm by late September and 4:00pm by December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the serving time
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Ask for a quote
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your party in Water End, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Planning help
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
Compared with cooking a barbecue yourself, the host isn’t stuck cooking all afternoon. 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 book our van in Water End
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- 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