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Fish and chip van hire in PO15

Fish and chip van hire across PO15, from Whiteley, Heathfield and Catisfield. Weddings, parties, staff days, fêtes and wakes, fried fresh at the hatch.

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How fish and chip van hire works in PO15

The queue at the hatch is part of the fun. People gather, catch up and get their food straight from the fryer. Typical bookings include care home visits and wakes and celebrations of life, with pie and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips.

Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service.

Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
You hear back on the date and the price.
The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
We leave the spot as we found it.

Prices in PO15

Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.

Why book with us

Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Bookings across Hampshire, including PO15
Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Something for guests to gather round

How to get a price

Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.

Near you in Whiteley

Locally, our bookings take us close to Brookfield Community School and Language College, St Margaret Mary and Whiteley Primary School and the streets around them. For guests coming by rail, the closest station is Swanwick station, about 0.8 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find St Andrew's Castle (3.5 miles south-west) and Fareham Community Hospital (1.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Whiteley include Swanwick Lakes.

Fish and chip van hire in PO15: local guide

There are 3 towns and 6 villages and hamlets in PO15, so the setting can be anything from Fareham, Locks Heath and Whiteley to a quiet hamlet: firm ground, access and agreed timings. Around 11 places in PO15 are close to the coast, so we often plan a sheltered side for the queue, and fish and chips feels right at home.

Whiteley: If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Whiteley Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. For anyone arriving by rail, Swanwick station, about 0.8 miles south-west, is the nearest station. By late September, sunset in Whiteley is around 7:10pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 4:00pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.

Why fried-to-order beats a buffet

Plated meals need a kitchen and a bigger team. A van needs only a level spot and permission to park.

Comparing caterers

Any travel, parking or access charges
The deposit and payment dates
How many hours the van serves
The cancellation terms

Food your guests will love

Curry sauce

Curry sauce divides opinion, so we bring it along.

Cod and chips

For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it’s hot, crisp and generous.

Takeaway run or book a van?

A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.

Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.

What affects the price in PO15

Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:

Numbers
Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
How easy the site is to reach
Any minimum charge

Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.

Details that help

The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:

Your date and serving time
Where the event is
Where you’d like the van to go
Roughly how many people, including children

Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. To get started, use our quote form.

Planning for dietary needs

A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:

Put bins and napkins by the van
Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
Confirm allergies by email
Arrange an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for

After service, we pack up.

Let everyone know when the food is ready.

Common questions in PO15

What can guests choose from?

Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.

Does the batter contain gluten?

No, not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before booking.

Do you clear up afterwards?

We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.

How long does set-up take?

We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.

Do you have a kids’ option?

Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.

How much space do you need?

Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a photo if you are not sure.

How much does a fish and chip van cost in PO15?

The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.

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

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