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Fish and chip van hire in GU51
We take the van to every part of the GU51 postcode district, including Fleet, Elvetham Heath and Crookham Village. Everything is fried fresh on the day.
Fish and chips across GU51
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Events we cater in GU51
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Funeral and wake catering
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Film and TV set catering
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Fish and chip van hire
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- See everything we do
Send us your event details and postcode for a quote: use our quote form.
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Fish and chip van hire across GU51
A fish and chip van works almost anywhere the van can park: a drive, a car park, a yard, a showground or a firm lawn in and around GU51. We are often asked to cater gatherings after a funeral and milestone birthday parties, with mushy peas, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we’ve agreed, and get on with frying and serving.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Prices in GU51
Larger groups generally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Something for guests to gather round
- A clear quote before you book
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
How to get a price
Send us the date, the address or GU51 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Around Fleet
Locally, our bookings take us close to Heatherside Junior School, The Prince of Wales pub and Oakley Park. Other local landmarks include Fleet Methodist Church (less than half a mile west), Court Moor School (less than half a mile south-west) and School (0.5 miles north). The closest station to Fleet is Fleet station, roughly 1.2 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Royal Army Dental Corps Historical Museum (3.9 miles east) and Fleet Community Hospital (1 mile north-west). Green spaces within easy reach include Fleet Pond Nature Reserve and Hitches Hill.
Chip van hire across GU51
From Fleet, Cove and Elvetham Heath to 2 villages and hamlets, bookings across GU51 range from town-centre sites to farmyards, and a chip van suits every kind of setting. In towns, plan parking and access; in villages, tell us about lanes and ground.
Fleet: Thinking of using Oakley Park? Parks typically need the owner’s permission, frequently the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade. For a fundraiser at a school like Heatherside Junior School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school. Planning an evening event in Fleet? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:25pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; once it’s dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
For event organisers in GU51
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 how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Occasions we serve in GU51
There is no kitchen needed, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where other catering struggles.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Milestone birthday parties
- Work Christmas parties
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Weddings and evening receptions
A chip van compared with other options
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and nothing’s hot on a cool evening. A chip van cooks to order and serves hot.
Comparing caterers
- Whether VAT is included
- How late numbers can change
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
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.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
How we price a fish and chip van
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Numbers
- How easy the site is to reach
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The menu and how many choices
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The address or venue name
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Rough numbers for adults and children
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
GU51 questions
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. 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