Hampshire · England
Wedding fish and chip van in Pilley Bailey, Hampshire
Wedding fish and chip van in Pilley Bailey: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Barn weddings
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
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How our wedding fish and chip van works in Pilley Bailey
Couples love the relaxed feel: dresses, suits and paper portions of chips makes for memorable photos. Typical bookings include weddings in a marquee or garden and day-after gatherings, with sausage and chips, curry sauce and haddock and chips.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Pilley Bailey, and fish and chips at dusk 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.
A chip van compared with other options
For evening food with a bit of fun, a fish and chip van is a great choice. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- All the chip-shop extras
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- We cover Pilley Bailey and the whole of Hampshire
- A van that becomes part of the event
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
Common questions in Pilley Bailey
What about events near the coast?
Yes. Wind doesn’t affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
What’s the nearest station to Pilley Bailey?
The closest is Lymington Town station, roughly 1.9 miles away.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
How many evening guests should we cater for?
That depends on your day. Many couples cater for most of the evening list.
Do you cover Pilley Bailey?
We do. Pilley Bailey is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What happens if it rains?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Generally, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Getting married in Pilley Bailey?
Pilley Bailey is about 2 miles north-east of Lymington, in Hampshire. Anywhere in SO41, we can bring the van to you. Pilley Bailey is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Pilley Bailey to Southampton (11 miles away).
Within reach of Pilley Bailey are historic houses such as Beaulieu Palace House (4 miles north-east). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and vehicles. Marrying at Saint Nicholas Chapel? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening. The New Forest National Park is within about 4 miles of Pilley Bailey, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van. 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. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include Bull Hill (1 mile south-east), Pilley (1 mile south-west), Portmore (1 mile south), Warborne (1 mile south-west) and Boldre (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastleigh (15 miles north-east), Fareham (15 miles east), Totton (9 miles north), Chandler's Ford (15 miles north-east), Hedge End (13 miles north-east) and Romsey (14 miles north).
A little further out are St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (2.1 miles south-west) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (1.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Pilley Bailey include Boldre Foreshore.
- Local schools include Southlands School (1.1 miles south-west)
Other occasions in Pilley Bailey
Should I sort the food myself?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
For planners, venues and organisers
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Diets, allergies and planning
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Make sure we have someone to call on the day
- Plan something for guests we cannot cater for
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
Most couples serve evening food between about 8pm and 9:30pm, after the first dance and before the party really gets going.
Have napkins handy: fish and chips is finger food after dark.
Planning the van’s spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your wedding. At midsummer, sunset in Pilley Bailey is about 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 access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
About the food
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it’s on the menu.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The length of service
- Your choice of menu
- The number of meals
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
What we need to know
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Where the event is
- Your date and serving time
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, 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