Hampshire · England
Wedding fish and chip van in Crow, Hampshire
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Wedding fish and chip van in Crow.
- Informal weddings
- Day-after gatherings
- Rustic farm weddings
Wedding fish and chip van in Crow
About our wedding fish and chip van in Crow
Some evening guests arrive without having eaten, while day guests last ate in the afternoon. Hot food fried to order looks after both. Whether it’s vow renewal parties and engagement parties, we will put together a menu of cod and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce for your guests.
There is something special about a country wedding near Crow, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Plan something for guests we cannot cater for
- Add an allergy question to your RSVP card
- Have bins ready for paper and trays
- Name a friend or coordinator as our contact
It is kind to include suppliers working late in your numbers.
A chalkboard sign with the menu by the van adds a nice touch.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
For planners, venues and organisers
Having the party at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Crow
Do you come out to small places like Crow?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can the van go to venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
What time is best for the van?
Whenever suits your day. After the first dance is the most popular time.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we’ll take it from there.
What happens if it rains?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before booking.
Can you park near the barn?
That’s up to your venue, but close to the party is best. Send us a picture of the spot.
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Cod, haddock or both
- Whether a minimum applies
- Access and parking
- The day of the week
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your wedding is.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- A photo of the parking spot
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The address or venue name
- The date and time of the event
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
What happens on the day
Service is quick: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. In Crow, evening wedding food often coincides with dusk: about 9:25pm at midsummer, 8:55pm in late May and 7:10pm in late September. A few lights by the hatch help guests and photos alike.
- First, tell us about your wedding.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
How to get a price
Each quote is put together for your wedding. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
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Events we cater in Crow
It’s food every generation enjoys.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Barn and farm weddings
- Informal weddings
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Food after the first dance
If you want countryside in your photos, Linbrook Lake isn’t far, and the countryside around Crow suits an outdoor reception.
Questions to ask before you book
- The van’s size and access needs
- How many hours the van serves
- How late numbers can change
- What happens if plans change
More for events in Crow
Planning wedding fish and chips in Crow
Crow is in Hampshire. Crow is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We serve all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Crow to Southampton (17 miles away).
Historic houses near Crow include Avon Tyrrell House (2.4 miles south-east). Grand venues like these usually set rules for outside caterers, so ask before you book. With the New Forest National Park within about 3 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van.
Anywhere in BH24, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Barrack Lane, Wood End Road and Crow Lane, and the van can serve a wedding on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Upper Kingston (1 mile west), Hightown (1 mile north), Bagnum (1 mile south), Ringwood (1 mile north-west) and Poulner (1 mile north). Further out, we also take the van to Totton (13 miles north-east), Lymington (11 miles south-east), New Milton (7 miles south-east), Barton on Sea (8 miles south-east), Dibden Purlieu (15 miles east) and Marchwood (14 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include St Leonard's Hospital (4.3 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Blashford Lakes and Linbrook Lake.
- Nearby schools include Ringwood School (1.4 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Elm Tree Inn (0.8 miles north-west)
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Next to a cold buffet, a chip van serves hot food fresh from the fryer, and nothing sits out drying up. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We’ll send you a quote.
Why book our van in Crow
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Quick service from the hatch
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- A quote that spells everything out
See our prices page or the cost guide.
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
- 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