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Wedding fish and chip van in Burridge, Hampshire
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Wedding fish and chip van in Burridge.
- Informal weddings
- Vow renewal parties
- Second-day and after-party food
Wedding fish and chip van for Burridge events
How our wedding fish and chip van works in Burridge
Couples love the relaxed feel: dresses, suits and paper portions of chips makes for memorable photos. On the menu are mushy peas, haddock and chips and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for evening food for day and evening guests and relaxed, informal receptions.
There is something special about a country wedding near Burridge, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and children love it.
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
Should I sort the food myself?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Count suppliers working late
- Not every evening guest eats: ask us how many to plan for
Remember the band, photographer and venue staff when you give us numbers.
A chalkboard sign with the menu by the van adds a nice touch.
The process
We get there well before service, park the van and get the fryers going. Guests typically gather round the hatch once service starts. For a summer wedding in Burridge, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:10pm in late September, which means evening fish and chips is frequently served in daylight in June and July. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it is dark by about 4:00pm.
- You tell us your date, venue, rough numbers and when you’d like the food.
- We check access at the venue and send a price.
- We fit our timings around your running order and the venue.
- We set up during the reception and start frying at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we clear our spot and leave you to the party.
Before we arrive
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Make sure the van can get in
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Distance and any road charges
- Access and parking
- The length of service
- Numbers
Larger groups usually cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Details that help
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Where the van would park
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the event is
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability right away.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A hog roast is a classic for weddings, but it is pork only. A van gives a choice of fish, sausage or pie. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why us?
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- We cover Burridge and the whole of Hampshire
- Hot food handed straight over
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Where the van can park in Burridge
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and help find another. What matters most:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Burridge
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Evening fish and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
Burridge: your questions answered
What about events near the coast?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind doesn’t affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Is Burridge close to London?
Roughly 66 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you park near the barn?
Your venue decides, but close to the party is best. Send us a picture of the spot.
How fast is service?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
Will the van be in our photos?
Many couples love having it in the photos. If you’d rather not, we’ll park out of shot where possible.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Perfect for your wedding in Burridge
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, which is reassuring for an outdoor wedding.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Second-day and after-party food
- Engagement celebrations
- Vow renewal parties
- Evening wedding food
Guests coming by rail will want to know that the closest railway station is Swanwick station, roughly 1 mile south of the centre.
Questions to ask before booking
- Payment terms and deposit
- What happens if plans change
- How late numbers can change
- VAT, if it applies
Planning wedding fish and chips in Burridge
Burridge is about 3 miles south-east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. Whether your wedding is in the middle of Burridge or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Burridge is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 6 miles away.
Swanwick Lakes nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Burridge suits an outdoor reception. The sea is within about 3 miles, perfect for a seaside-themed wedding. We will think about shelter from sea breezes.
Here we cover the PO15 and SO31 postcode area, and we can serve your wedding anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Dumas Drive, Jerome Street and Coleridge Drive, and the van can serve a wedding on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Being close to the A3051, Burridge is easy for us to reach for your wedding. For weddings just outside Burridge, we cover Whiteley (1 mile south-east), Park Gate (1 mile south), Swanwick (1 mile south-west), Sarisbury (1 mile south-west) and Segensworth (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Winchester (12 miles north), Gosport (8 miles south-east), Havant (12 miles east), Eastleigh (7 miles north-west), Fareham (4 miles south-east) and Horndean (11 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Fareham Community Hospital (1.4 miles south-west) and Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum (1.3 miles west). Open spaces near Burridge include Swanwick Lakes.
- Nearby schools include Brookfield Community School and Language College (1.9 miles south-west)
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Also in Burridge
- 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