Hampshire · England
Wedding fish and chip van in Funtley, Hampshire
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your wedding makes the food a highlight of your wedding in Funtley.
- Engagement celebrations
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Seaside-themed weddings
A chip van near Funtley
Wedding fish and chip van in Funtley, fried fresh
Barn, marquee and garden weddings suit a chip van perfectly, because there is generally somewhere firm for the van to park nearby. Typical bookings include engagement celebrations and barn weddings, with haddock and chips, curry sauce and cod and chips.
Near Funtley, weddings are frequently in fields, barns or gardens. That’s where a chip van shines: no kitchen, just firm ground nearby. Let us know about access and ground. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Questions from Funtley
Do you come out to small places like Funtley?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
How many portions do we need?
Usually most, not all. Tell us your numbers and timings, and we’ll advise.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
When should evening food go out?
Most couples choose between 8pm and 9:30pm, once the first dance is done. We will fit your running order.
Can you park near the barn?
Often, if the ground is firm and the venue agrees. We will agree the spot in advance.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Have a back-up for guests with special diets
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
- Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers early
- Talk to us about evening numbers
Once everyone has eaten, we pack up and leave you to the party.
Festoon lights by the van look lovely in the evening photos.
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What happens on the day
We need a level, firm place to park the van, close to where people will eat, and we agree exactly where before the day. Evening food at a Funtley wedding frequently goes out just as the light fades: about 9:20pm at midsummer, 8:55pm in late May and 7:10pm in late September. A few lights by the hatch help guests and photos alike.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Before we arrive
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Give us a contact for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your wedding. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
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For planners, venues and organisers
Hosting at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
Planning wedding fish and chips in Funtley
Funtley is about 1 mile north of Fareham, in Hampshire. Whether your wedding is in the middle of Funtley or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We serve 683 places in Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 9 miles away.
For guests travelling by train, the nearest station is Fareham station, about 1.4 miles south-east. Wedding photographers in the area frequently head for Swanwick Lakes, and the countryside around Funtley suits an outdoor reception. The sea is within about 5 miles, perfect for a seaside-themed wedding. We will think about shelter from sea breezes.
Anywhere in PO15, PO17 and PO16, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Funtley Road, Stag Way and Roebuck Avenue or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Knowle (1 mile north), Heathfield (1 mile south), Tapnage (1 mile north), Catisfield (2 miles south-west) and Titchfield Park (2 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Winchester (14 miles north), Gosport (5 miles south-east), Havant (10 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Horndean (9 miles east) and Totton (13 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Carron Row Farm Museum (1.5 miles south-west) and Fareham Shopping Centre (1.7 miles south-east). Within reach you will find Portsdown Hill and Swanwick Lakes.
- Nearby schools include The Henry Cort Community College (0.9 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Miners Arms (less than half a mile east)
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
What the van needs
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Evening fish and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Occasions we serve in Funtley
People get hungry again by the evening, and fish and chips is a crowd-pleaser. It’s a fun moment too.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Barn weddings
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Laid-back receptions
- Anniversary celebrations
If you are marrying at a church near Funtley, such as Church of St Francis, and holding the reception nearby, the van can serve evening food there.
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if plans change
- Payment terms and deposit
- If the price includes VAT
- Exactly what’s included in the price
A chip van compared with other options
For evening food with a bit of fun, a chip van is hard to beat. Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
What you get with us
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A van that becomes part of the event
- 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