Hampshire · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Highbridge
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 Highbridge.
- Food after the first dance
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
- Garden and marquee receptions
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Wedding fish and chip van in Highbridge, fried fresh
Couples love the relaxed feel: dresses, suits and paper portions of chips makes for great photos. We’re often asked to cater marquee and garden weddings and engagement celebrations, serving cod and chips, curry sauce and mushy peas.
Rural weddings around Highbridge have a magic of their own, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. Everything is fried fresh at your wedding, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Places near Highbridge
Other occasions in Highbridge
Highbridge questions
Is Highbridge too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Which station is closest to Highbridge?
The closest is Eastleigh station, roughly 1.7 miles away.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Highbridge.
What happens if it rains?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. We cook inside the van, so it is fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
For event organisers in Highbridge
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, 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.
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Highbridge
- Evening fish and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
Occasions we serve in Highbridge
It’s ideal for outdoor and rustic weddings, where there’s room to park the van close by.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Highbridge and Hampshire:
- Barn and farm weddings
- Informal weddings
- Engagement celebrations
- Weddings with a seaside feel
After a ceremony at a church like St Mary's Church, many couples move to a marquee or hall nearby, which is where the van comes in.
Questions to ask before you book
- How allergens are handled
- The van’s size and access needs
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Exactly what’s included in the price
How it works
When we arrive, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, timed around your wedding. Winter weddings in Highbridge are dark by about 4:00pm, so plan a lit path from the party to the van, while a June wedding has light until about 9:25pm.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Getting married in Highbridge?
Highbridge is about 2 miles north of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. For a wedding in Highbridge, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We cover all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 6 miles away.
For guests travelling by train, Eastleigh station is about 1.7 miles away. Wedding photographers in the area often head for Shawford Down.
Weddings anywhere in SO50 start with a parking spot for the van. We can serve a wedding on streets such as Wardle Road and Highbridge Road or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Other places close to Highbridge we cover include Lord's Wood (1 mile south-east), Brambridge (1 mile north-east), Colden Common (1 mile north-east), Nob's Crook (1 mile east) and Allbrook (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (5 miles north), Gosport (15 miles south-east), Fareham (11 miles south-east), Horndean (15 miles east), Totton (9 miles south-west) and Hedge End (5 miles south).
A little further out are Eastleigh Museum (1.8 miles south-west) and Moorgreen Hospital (4.3 miles south). Open spaces near Highbridge include Shawford Down and Twyford Down.
- Schools near Highbridge include Thornden School (1.3 miles west) and Thornden School (1.4 miles west)
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Put bins near the van
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Name a friend or coordinator as our contact
- Talk to us about evening numbers
Sending tables up in turn keeps the queue short if you have a lot of guests.
Ask your band or DJ to tell guests the van is open.
What a fish and chip van costs
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Distance and any road charges
- The number of meals
- The date and time of year
- Access and parking
Larger groups generally 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.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Expected numbers
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, use our quote form.
- 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