Hampshire · England
Fish and chip van hire in GU31
We take the van to every part of the GU31 postcode district, including Petersfield, Buriton and South Harting. Everything is fried fresh on the day.
Fish and chip van hire in GU31
Areas within GU31
- Petersfield
- Buriton
- South Harting
- East Harting
- Rogate
- Dumpford
- Chithurst
- Nursted
- Nyewood
- Trotton
- Sheet
- Durford Wood
- Trotton Marsh
Events we cater in GU31
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Fish and chip van hire
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Film and TV set catering
- Funeral and wake catering
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- See everything we do
Tell us your date, numbers and venue for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Neighbouring districts
Elsewhere in Hampshire
Every town in Hampshire
Areas we cover
About fish and chip van hire in GU31
Fish and chip van hire means the chip shop comes to you. The van parks up, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot and crisp. Popular choices include gravy, pie and chips and haddock and chips, and we are often booked for village fêtes and school fairs and summer garden parties.
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, which we agree with you beforehand.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
What it costs in GU31
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
Why hosts in GU31 choose us
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Classic food your guests already know
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- We cover GU31 and the whole of Hampshire
Ask for a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will check the date and send a price.
Local landmarks in Petersfield
Around Petersfield, we take the van to homes and venues near Petersfield Infant School, The White Hart pub and Morton House School, among other places. Nearby too are St Peter's Church (under half a mile south-west) and The Petersfield School (within half a mile south-west). Petersfield has its own railway station: Petersfield station. Other landmarks nearby include Bear Museum (under half a mile south) and Petersfield Community Hospital (within half a mile west). Open spaces near Petersfield include Wheatham Hill and Liss Riverside Railway Walk South.
A fish and chip van across GU31: what to know
Across GU31, we serve 3 towns and 12 villages and hamlets, so the setting can be anything from Petersfield, Buriton and Sheet to a quiet hamlet: firm ground, access and agreed timings. The South Downs National Park is within easy reach of places across GU31, so check venue rules on vehicles for countryside events.
Petersfield: Within reach of Petersfield are historic houses such as Uppark (4.1 miles south-east). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one. Churches such as St Peter's Church rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by typically does. Around midsummer it stays light in Petersfield until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening events are generally served in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 4:00pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
How we price a fish and chip van
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Whether a minimum applies
- The day of the week
- How many people are eating
- How easy the site is to reach
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Expected numbers
- A picture of the space and the way in
- The address or venue name
- The date and time of the event
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
A chip van compared with other options
A cold buffet is simple, but food sits out, and nothing’s hot on a cool evening. A chip van cooks to order and serves hot.
Comparing caterers
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- When payment is due
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
For planners, venues and organisers
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Fewer choices mean faster service
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Put allergy details in writing
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier.
Let everyone know when the food is ready.
Your questions about a fish and chip van in GU31
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
What happens if it rains?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
The van comes to you, fry everything to order, and serve at the time you want.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
- 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