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Wedding fish and chip van in Mount Pleasant, Hampshire
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for your wedding in Mount Pleasant.
- Barn weddings
- Day-after gatherings
- Marquee and garden weddings
Wedding fish and chip van in Mount Pleasant
Occasions we serve in Mount Pleasant
People get hungry again by the evening, and fish and chips is a crowd-pleaser. It is a fun moment too.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We are frequently booked for:
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Barn weddings
- Coastal-themed receptions
Milford on Sea LNR nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Mount Pleasant suits an outdoor reception.
Before booking anyone
- How allergens are handled
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- How much space the van takes up
- If the price includes VAT
About our wedding fish and chip van in Mount Pleasant
Some evening guests arrive without having eaten, while day guests last ate in the afternoon. Hot food fried to order looks after both. We serve mushy peas, sausage and chips and haddock and chips, and typical bookings are for laid-back receptions and weddings with a seaside feel.
Near Mount Pleasant, weddings are often in fields, barns or gardens. That is where a chip van shines: no kitchen needed, just a firm spot near the party. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
Weddings in Mount Pleasant: venues, ceremonies and travel
Mount Pleasant is about 2 miles north-west of Lymington, in Hampshire. Give us the address of your wedding in Mount Pleasant, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot before the day. Mount Pleasant is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 13 miles away.
For guests travelling by train, Sway station, about 1.6 miles west, is the nearest station. The New Forest National Park is within about 3 miles of Mount Pleasant, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access with the venue. The sea is within about 3 miles, perfect for a seaside-themed wedding. We will plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Weddings anywhere in SO41 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. From Mount Pleasant Lane and Kings Hyde or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. If your venue is just outside Mount Pleasant, we also cover Battramsley (1 mile north-east), Boldre (1 mile east), Sandy Down (1 mile north-east), Warborne (2 miles east) and Lymington (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Totton (10 miles north), Hedge End (15 miles north-east), Romsey (15 miles north), Hythe (10 miles north-east), New Milton (4 miles south-west) and Ringwood (10 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (1.9 miles south-east) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (1.4 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Milford on Sea LNR.
- Local pubs include The Hobler Public House (1 mile north-east)
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
If you want evening food guests will talk about, a fish and chip van is a great choice at a wedding in Mount Pleasant. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
What you get with us
- Quick service from the hatch
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
What affects the price in Mount Pleasant
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Whether a minimum applies
- How long we serve
- The date and time of year
- How easy the site is to reach
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Send us the date, the address or SO41 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and we will reply with a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
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How the day works
There’s very little for you to do on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your wedding. The frying and serving are down to us. Winter weddings in Mount Pleasant are dark by about 4:05pm, so the route from the reception to the van needs lighting, while a June wedding has light until about 9:25pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Getting a price
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
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Should I sort the food myself?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Mount Pleasant: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Mount Pleasant?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
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 follow the site rules.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Where will the van go at our venue?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and the venue agrees. We will agree the spot in advance.
Where do you take the van?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Mount Pleasant.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
For event organisers in Mount Pleasant
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
What the van needs
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A short walk from the party
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
A closer look at the menu
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.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
- 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