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Fish and chip van hire in SO31
Planning an event in SO31? We serve Locks Heath, Warsash and Netley and the rest of the district, with fish and chips fried to order.
Fish and chip van hire in SO31
Places in SO31
- Locks Heath
- Warsash
- Netley
- Hamble-le-Rice
- Bursledon
- Sarisbury
- Sarisbury Green
- Lowford
- Park Gate
- Swanwick
- Lower Swanwick
- Old Netley
- Butlocks Heath
- Hound
- Hook Park Estate
- Hook
- Eastleigh
- Fareham
- Hedge End
- Titchfield Common
- Weston
- Burridge
- Segensworth
Our van across SO31
- Funeral and wake catering
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Film and TV set catering
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Fish and chip van hire
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Christmas party fish and chips
- 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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Fish and chip van hire across SO31
We keep the menu to the classics: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus the sides everyone expects. Fewer choices means fresher food and shorter waits. We serve curry sauce, cod and chips and gravy, and we are frequently booked for garden parties and summer get-togethers and big birthdays.
The first sign we’ve arrived is typically the smell. From then on, people come up as they’re ready.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
What you will pay
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your event.
Why hosts in SO31 choose us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Bookings across Hampshire, including SO31
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- A van that becomes part of the event
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Near you in Locks Heath
In Locks Heath, that can mean an event near Jolly Farmer Public House, St John and Park Gate Primary School. For guests coming by rail, the closest station is Swanwick station, roughly 0.9 miles north of the centre. A little further out are St Andrew's Castle (2.2 miles west) and Carron Row Farm Museum (1.6 miles east). The countryside around Locks Heath includes Holly Hill Woodland Park.
A fish and chip van across SO31: what to know
Across SO31, we serve 3 towns and 10 villages and hamlets, so whether your event is in Eastleigh, Fareham and Hedge End or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level spot, a clear way in and a plan. 23 of the places we cover in SO31 are within about 6 miles of the sea, so we frequently plan a sheltered side for the queue, and fish and chips feels right at home.
Locks Heath: After a service at St John, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house. Coming by train? Swanwick station, about 0.9 miles north, is the nearest station. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Locks Heath, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late December it is dark by about 4:00pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
What a fish and chip van costs
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The minimum booking
- Access and parking
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Cod, haddock or both
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We’ll send you a quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the parking spot
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
Fish and chips is best eaten right away, so we fry to order as the queue moves.
A chalkboard by the hatch with the menu keeps the queue moving.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For food that suits almost everyone, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice for your event in SO31.
What your quote should include
- How many hours the van serves
- The deadline for final numbers
- Payment terms and deposit
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
Who books fish and chip van hire?
It suits relaxed, sociable events, where people can wander up when they’re ready.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Birthday celebrations
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Community events and fairs
Common questions in SO31
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
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 fish and chips be the only food?
Yes. Fish and chips with mushy peas is a full meal, and you can add your own cake or desserts.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is normally simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
- 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