Hampshire · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Poulner
Wedding fish and chip van in Poulner: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Engagement parties
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
Fresh fish and chips in Poulner
About our wedding fish and chip van in Poulner
Timings are planned with you and the venue, so the food fits your running order. We’re often asked to cater wedding after-parties and garden and marquee receptions, serving haddock and chips, curry sauce and cod and chips.
For a smaller place like Poulner, a garden or farm wedding is frequently the dream. We need a firm spot and access. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
Occasions we serve in Poulner
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, which takes one worry off the list.
These are some of the bookings we take around Poulner:
- Vow renewal parties
- Day-after gatherings
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Engagement parties
Within reach of Poulner are historic houses such as Avon Tyrrell House (3.8 miles south). Historic houses and estates often have rules on catering vans, so check early if that is your venue.
Questions to ask before you book
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Allergen information for each item
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The deposit and payment dates
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Poulner
Poulner is about 1 mile north-east of Ringwood, in Hampshire. We cover Poulner as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We take the van to 683 places across Hampshire. We serve events right across the region, from Poulner to Southampton (17 miles away).
If you want countryside in your photos, Linbrook Lake is not far, and the countryside around Poulner suits an outdoor reception. If you’re marrying at a church near Poulner, such as St John the Baptist, and holding the reception nearby, the van can serve evening food there. The New Forest National Park is within about 4 miles of Poulner, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access with the venue.
For weddings in BH24, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. Whether your wedding is on Oak Lane, Link Road and Croft Road or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. Other places close to Poulner we cover include Ringwood (1 mile south-west), Hightown (1 mile south), Hangersley (1 mile north-east), Blashford (1 mile north-west) and Forest Corner (1 mile east). Further out, we also take the van to Totton (12 miles east), Lymington (12 miles south-east), New Milton (8 miles south-east), Barton on Sea (9 miles south-east), Marchwood (14 miles east) and Ashley (8 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include St Leonard's Hospital (4.4 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
- Local schools include Ringwood School Academy (0.6 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include White Hart Public House (within half a mile south-west)
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Poulner? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Where the van can park in Poulner
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Poulner
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
Places near Poulner
Other occasions in Poulner
What happens on the day
You don’t need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your wedding. We handle the cooking and serving. Golden-hour photos in Poulner at midsummer come around 9:25pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:55pm, and in late September about 7:10pm.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
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Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Talk to us about evening numbers
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Give us a contact for the day who is not the couple
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who can’t eat from the van
Evening food typically goes out between about 8pm and 9:30pm, once the first dance is done and before the party really gets going.
A little sign by the van tells guests what’s on.
Questions from Poulner
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 will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you serve after a service at St John the Baptist?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Will guests take photos at the van?
Many couples love having it in the photos. If not, ask your venue to park it out of the main photo spots.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll confirm what we need.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is typically simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
What can guests choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Poulner?
For evening food with a bit of fun, a chip van is hard to beat. Larger groups usually 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.
Why us?
- Events in Poulner and across Hampshire
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
What affects the price in Poulner
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Access and parking
- The day of the week
- Numbers
- Your choice of menu
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wedding is.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your wedding, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The address or venue name
- Your date and serving time
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Expected numbers
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Food your guests will love
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
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 goes out hot and crisp.
- 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