Hampshire · England
Fish and chip van hire in RG29
A mobile fish and chip van across RG29, covering Odiham, North Warnborough and South Warnborough. Weddings, parties, staff days, fêtes and wakes, fried fresh at the hatch.
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Occasions in RG29
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Fish and chip van hire
- Film and TV set catering
- Funeral and wake catering
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Every service
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a price: send us your details through our quote form.
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Our fish and chip van hire in RG29
Rain does not stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. It is a dependable choice for events in any season. On the menu are mushy peas, sausage and chips and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for fish and chip days at care homes and summer garden parties.
Because we cook inside the van, rain doesn’t stop us. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though.
- 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.
Cost
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
Why hosts in RG29 choose us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A quote that spells everything out
- All the chip-shop extras
- Bookings across Hampshire, including RG29
Get a quote
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.
Landmarks near Odiham
Locally, our bookings take us close to All Saints Church, The Bell Inn and Mayhill Junior School and the streets around them. The closest station to Odiham is Hook station, roughly 2.1 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are West Green House Agricultural Museum (3.3 miles north) and Odiham Castle (1.2 miles north-west). Green spaces within easy reach include Dogmersfield Lake and Tundry Hill.
Planning a chip van in RG29
Across RG29, we serve 3 towns and 7 villages and hamlets, so whether your event is in Odiham, North Warnborough and South Warnborough or a quiet village, the approach is the same: firm ground, access and agreed timings.
Odiham: For a fundraiser at a school like Mayhill Junior School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school. Churches such as All Saints Church rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by typically does. Around midsummer it stays light in Odiham until about 9:25pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening events are typically served in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 4:00pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Confirm allergies by email
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We park, set up, fry and serve, and keep in touch with you about timings.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The number of meals
- Cod, haddock or both
- The date and time of year
- The length of service
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What we need to know
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The venue or postcode
- Where the van would park
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in RG29, and we will check the date and send a price.
Why a fish and chip van works
It is familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Big birthdays
- Garden get-togethers
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Village fêtes and school fairs
Should I sort the food myself?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Space, access and the venue
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Flat, firm ground for the van
RG29: your questions answered
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Usually, if it is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from 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