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Fish and chip van hire in PO38
We take the van to every part of the PO38 postcode district, including Ventnor, Niton and Wroxall. Fish and chips are cooked to order at your event.
Book the chip van in PO38
Towns and villages in PO38
- Ventnor
- Niton
- Wroxall
- Godshill
- Whitwell
- St Lawrence
- Rookley
- Chale
- Bonchurch
- Chale Green
- Steephill
- Pyle
- Sandford
- Whiteley Bank
- Rookley Green
- Southford
- Puckaster
- Atherfield Green
- Little Atherfield
- Nettlecombe
- Blackgang
- Bierley
What we do in PO38
- Film and TV set catering
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Funeral and wake catering
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Fish and chip van hire
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Care home fish and chip visits
- See everything we do
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a price: fill in our quote form.
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About fish and chip van hire in PO38
The menu is short and classic: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. A short menu keeps the food fresh and the queue moving. Typical bookings include summer garden parties and festive get-togethers, serving sausage and chips, gravy and mushy peas.
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
What you’ll pay
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It’s worth asking early.
Why book with us
- No kitchen needed
- A quote that spells everything out
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
Landmarks near Ventnor
Bookings here are often close to St Catherine's Church, St Catherine's School and The Blenheim pub, among other places. You’ll also find The Island Free School (0.5 miles north-west) and St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy (0.5 miles north-west). The closest station to Ventnor is Shanklin station, about 3 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Longshoremans Museum (under half a mile south) and South Wight (0.5 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Alverstone Mead and St Boniface Down.
Fish and chip van hire in PO38: local guide
There are 3 towns and 21 villages and hamlets in PO38, so the setting can be anything from Ventnor, Niton and Wroxall to a quiet hamlet: firm ground, access and agreed timings. Around 20 places in PO38 are close to the coast, so we often plan a sheltered side for the queue.
Ventnor: For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Shanklin station, about 3 miles north-east. Nearby historic houses include Rylstone Manor (2.6 miles north-east) and Haseley Manor (5 miles north). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before booking. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Ventnor, sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, but by late December it is dark by about 4:00pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
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.
Planning the van’s spot
We will be honest if a spot won’t work. The main points are:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
A chip van compared with other options
If you want something everyone will enjoy, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice for your event in PO38.
What your quote should include
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- If the price includes VAT
- Allergen information for each item
- A clear list of what’s included
Questions from PO38
Can we choose cod or haddock?
Let us know which you’d prefer and we will confirm the menu.
Do you have allergen information?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we’ll plan for them.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
It is a full meal on its own. You can add your own desserts if you like.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
- 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