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Wedding fish and chip van in Laverstoke, Hampshire
Wedding fish and chip van in Laverstoke: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
- Day-after gatherings
- Laid-back receptions
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Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Laverstoke
Barn, marquee and garden weddings suit a chip van perfectly, because there’s often a yard or track close to the party. Whether it’s anniversary celebrations and coastal-themed receptions, we’ll put together a menu of sausage and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips and more.
Rural weddings around Laverstoke have a magic of their own, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Laverstoke
How far is Laverstoke from London?
Roughly 55 miles from the centre of London.
Is Laverstoke too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options.
Will the van be in our photos?
Lots of couples ask for a photo at the van. If you’d rather not, we’ll park out of shot where possible.
When should evening food go out?
Normally between about 8pm and 9:30pm, after the first dance. We’ll fit your running order.
Do we need to provide anything?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we’ll say what we need.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
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Planning the van’s spot
We’ll be honest if a spot won’t work, and help find another. The main points are:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Access wide and high enough for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Laverstoke
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
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’s hot, crisp and generous.
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Numbers
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The length of service
- The minimum booking
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where the event is
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Expected numbers
- Where the van would park
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Should I sort the food myself?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Who books wedding fish and chip van in Laverstoke?
It suits barn, marquee and garden weddings, where the van can park near the party.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Laverstoke book the van for occasions like:
- Vow renewal parties
- Second-day and after-party food
- Barn weddings
- Informal weddings
For guests travelling by train, Whitchurch (Hampshire) station is about 1.7 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Whether VAT is included
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Any minimum charge
- What the price includes, item by item
How the day works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your wedding in Laverstoke. Golden-hour photos in Laverstoke at midsummer come around 9:25pm, so the van can serve before or after your sunset photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:55pm, and in late September about 7:10pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Why choose a fish and chip van in Laverstoke?
A hog roast is a classic for weddings, but it’s pork only. A chip van offers fish, sausages and pies. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Why book with us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- A menu almost everyone likes
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Events in Laverstoke and across Hampshire
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Give us a contact for the day who isn’t the couple
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who can’t eat from the van
- Have bins ready for paper and trays
- Count suppliers working late
We arrive and set up without getting in the way, so the fryers are hot when you’re ready.
Let the DJ or band announce when the food is ready.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Laverstoke
Laverstoke is about 8 miles east of Andover, in Hampshire. Wherever your wedding is in the RG28 area, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. Laverstoke is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Laverstoke to Reading (20 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church like St Nicholas' Church, many couples move to a marquee or hall nearby, which is where the van comes in.
This part of Hampshire takes in RG28, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. From Laverstoke Lane and Florence Portal Close or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include Freefolk (1 mile north-west), Wells-in-the-Field (1 mile west), Southington (1 mile north-east), Whitchurch (2 miles west) and Overton (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Basingstoke (9 miles east), Winchester (12 miles south), Andover (8 miles west), Alton (15 miles east), Tadley (11 miles north-east) and Hook (15 miles east).
- 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