Hampshire · England
Wedding fish and chip van in Ovington, Hampshire
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your wedding in Ovington and across Hampshire.
- Laid-back receptions
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Seaside-themed weddings
Planning an event in Ovington?
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Ovington
Ovington is about 5 miles east of Hyde, in Hampshire. People in Ovington book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. We serve all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 14 miles away.
Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of St Peter often hold the reception nearby, with the van parked by the marquee or hall. For outdoor photos, Twyford Down is close by, and the countryside around Ovington suits an outdoor reception.
Weddings anywhere in SO24 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. Close by, we cover weddings in Itchen Stoke (1 mile north-west), Itchen Abbas (2 miles north-west), Temple Valley (2 miles south-west), Martyr Worthy (2 miles west) and Easton (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (13 miles north), Winchester (5 miles west), Eastleigh (10 miles south-west), Andover (15 miles north-west), Horndean (15 miles south-east) and Chandler's Ford (11 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Wolvesey Castle (5 miles west) and St John's Rooms And Chapel (4.9 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
- Pubs nearby include The Bush Inn (under half a mile north)
About our wedding fish and chip van in Ovington
Evening wedding food from a fish and chip van is a favourite. Hours after the wedding breakfast, guests are ready to eat again, and hot fish and chips hits the spot. For vow renewal parties and barn and farm weddings, we can cook cod and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips for your guests.
Rural weddings around Ovington have a magic of their own, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
How the day works
The first sign we have arrived is usually the smell, about the time the first guests wander across. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. In Ovington, evening wedding food frequently coincides with dusk: about 9:25pm at midsummer, 8:55pm in late May and 7:10pm in late September. A few lights by the hatch help guests and photos alike.
- 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.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Getting a price
Each quote is put together for your wedding. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- A short walk from the party
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Lighting nearby for evening events
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Ovington
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
A second sit-down meal in the evening is expensive and formal. Fish and chips from the hatch keeps it informal. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book with us
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No kitchen needed
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Take a look at how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
Who books wedding fish and chip van in Ovington?
People get hungry again by the evening, and a chip van gives guests something hot and generous. It is also a talking point.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Second-day and after-party food
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
Within reach of Ovington are historic houses such as Hinton Ampner House (3.4 miles south-east). Grand venues like these usually set rules for outside caterers, so ask before you book.
What your quote should include
- Whether VAT is included
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- When final numbers are due
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Nearby places to Ovington
What else we do in Ovington
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Parking and the way in
- Service time
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How far we travel
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The address or venue name
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and time of the event
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Questions from Ovington
Is Ovington close to London?
Roughly 56 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Peter?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Do you do evening food for weddings?
Evening food is exactly what we do. We will agree a serving time around your running order.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Do you take everything away?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Can the van park on grass?
Usually, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Do you need power or water?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll say what we need.
Does every evening guest need to eat?
That depends on your day. Many couples cater for most of the evening list, not all.
Organising for someone else?
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and it is a favourite with children.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it’s lovely 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