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Wedding Fish and Chip Van for Hartley Wintney events
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 Hartley Wintney.
- Second-day and after-party food
- Engagement celebrations
- Rustic farm weddings
A chip van near Hartley Wintney
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Hartley Wintney
The smell of fish and chips drifting across the reception does the inviting. The queue becomes a place to catch up. We serve haddock and chips, sausage and chips and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for anniversary celebrations and second-day and after-party food.
For a smaller place like Hartley Wintney, a garden or farm wedding is often the dream. We need a firm spot and access. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
For event organisers in Hartley Wintney
Hosting at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
Bacon rolls and pizza are popular evening choices too. Fish and chips stands out because it’s a proper hot meal. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
Why us?
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Looking after everyone
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Cater for most, not all, of the evening guest list
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Flag coeliac guests early
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who cannot eat from the van
Remember the band, photographer and venue staff in your numbers.
Think about cover by the hatch for wet evenings.
What a fish and chip van costs
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- The minimum booking
- How far we travel
- How long we serve
- Your choice of menu
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of the parking spot
- The address or venue name
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Hartley Wintney
Can you serve after a service at St John's Church?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
What’s the nearest station to Hartley Wintney?
The closest is Winchfield station, roughly 1.4 miles away.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. We cook inside the van, so it is fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Do you do evening food for weddings?
Of course. It’s our most popular wedding booking. Tell us your date and venue.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
What can guests choose from?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Does every evening guest need to eat?
It depends on how much was served earlier and when the evening food goes out. Most couples plan for most of their evening guests.
Planning the van’s spot
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
Step by step
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Each piece of fish is battered and fried to order, and chips are fried in batches through service. In Hartley Wintney, midsummer sunset is about 9:25pm, and by late September it is nearer 7:05pm, 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 3:55pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Ask for a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Related guides
Weddings in Hartley Wintney: venues, ceremonies and travel
Hartley Wintney is about 4 miles north-west of Fleet, in Hampshire. We cover Hartley Wintney as standard, so your wedding just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We cover all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading, about 10 miles away.
Marrying at St John's Church? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening. It’s worth telling train travellers that Winchfield station is about 1.4 miles away.
Wherever your wedding is in RG27, we can fry fresh for your guests. We can serve a wedding on streets such as London Road, High Street and Harthouse Court, wherever the van can park. If your venue is just outside Hartley Wintney, we also cover Mattingley (2 miles west), Hazeley (2 miles north-west), Hound Green (3 miles north-west), Rotherwick (3 miles west) and Bramshill (3 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Basingstoke (9 miles west), Farnborough (6 miles east), Fleet (4 miles south-east), Aldershot (7 miles south-east), Alton (11 miles south) and Yateley (4 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Fleet Community Hospital (2.6 miles south-east) and West Green House Agricultural Museum (1.2 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Hitches Hill and Dogmersfield Lake.
- Pubs nearby include The Waggon & Horses pub (within half a mile north-east)
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Events we cater in Hartley Wintney
A chip van brings a relaxed, fun feel to the evening. Guests queue, chat and come back smiling.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Informal weddings
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Rustic farm weddings
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
If you want countryside in your photos, Hitches Hill is not far.
What your quote should include
- Whether there is a minimum
- What the price includes, item by item
- The deposit and payment dates
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- 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