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Fish and chip van hire in PO4
A mobile fish and chip van across PO4, covering Milton, Portsmouth and Southsea. Weddings, parties, staff days, fêtes and wakes, fried fresh at the hatch.
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What we do in PO4
- Funeral and wake catering
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Film and TV set catering
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Fish and chip van hire
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Wedding fish and chip van
- All occasions
Send us your event details and postcode for a quote: fill in our quote form.
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Fish and chip van hire in PO4: what to expect
Rain doesn’t stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. It’s a dependable choice for events in any season. Popular choices include mushy peas, gravy and cod and chips, and we’re frequently booked for evening wedding food and garden parties and summer get-togethers.
We get there well before service, park the van and get the fryers going. Your guests can wander over to the hatch once service starts.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- 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.
Pricing in PO4
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
What you get with us
- Something for guests to gather round
- Quick service from the hatch
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Everything cooked to order at your event
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
Landmarks near Milton
We park up for events around St Edmund's Catholic School, Meon Junior School and The Milton Arms and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Church of St James (within half a mile south-east) and Mary Rose School (less than half a mile south-east). The closest station to Milton is Fratton station, roughly 0.6 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find St. Mary's Hospital (less than half a mile north-west) and The Bridge Shopping Centre (0.9 miles west). The countryside around Milton includes Portsdown Hill and Milton Locks.
- Other local spots include Southsea (1.7 miles south-west)
A fish and chip van across PO4: what to know
There are 3 towns and 0 villages and hamlets in PO4, so whether your event is in Southsea, Milton and Baffins or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level spot, a clear way in and a plan. Around 6 places in PO4 are close to the coast, where we always think about shelter for the queue.
Milton: Coming by train? Fratton station, about 0.6 miles west, is the nearest station. Churches such as Church of St James rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by typically does. By late September, sunset in Milton is around 7:10pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 4:00pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
What affects the price in PO4
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The menu and how many choices
- Whether a minimum applies
- Access and parking
- How long we serve
The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It’s worth asking early.
What we need to know
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of where the van would go
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Anything awkward about the way in
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
With a barbecue, somebody ends up cooking all afternoon. With a van, nobody misses the event.
What your quote should include
- The van’s size and access needs
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The deposit and payment dates
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in PO4? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A short walk from the party
Who books fish and chip van hire?
It’s familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Staff lunches and team days
- Big birthdays
Common questions in PO4
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
Let us know which you’d prefer and we’ll confirm the menu.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
It’s a full meal on its own. You can add your own desserts if you like.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We will talk it through when we quote.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll confirm what we need.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
The van comes to you, cook fresh on site, and serve when you are ready to eat.
- 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