Hampshire · England
Wedding fish and chip van in Privett, Hampshire
We bring a fish and chip van for your wedding across Privett and Hampshire, cooking to order on site.
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Informal weddings
- Engagement parties
Planning an event in Privett?
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Privett
The van parks near the marquee, barn or venue, and guests drift out to queue and chat. It becomes a lovely moment in the evening. Whether it’s food after the first dance and informal weddings, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips.
Rural weddings around Privett have a magic of their own, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Name a friend or coordinator as our contact
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Talk to us about evening numbers
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
It is kind to include suppliers working late in your numbers.
A string of lights by the hatch makes a great photo.
Weddings in Privett: venues, ceremonies and travel
Privett is about 5 miles north-west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. For weddings in Privett, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Privett is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Privett to Southampton (about 18 miles away).
If you are marrying at a church near Privett, such as Holy Trinity Church, and holding the reception nearby, the van can serve evening food there. Shutts Copse nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Privett suits an outdoor reception. With the South Downs National Park within about 6 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
Here we cover the GU34 postcode area, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Church Road and Merepond Lane; a wedding on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include Bailey Green (1 mile north-west), Filmore Hill (1 mile west), West Tisted (2 miles north-west), Monkwood (2 miles north) and Drayton (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (12 miles west), Havant (12 miles south), Eastleigh (14 miles west), Fareham (15 miles south-west), Horndean (9 miles south) and Alton (8 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Petersfield Community Hospital (4.8 miles south-east). Within reach you will find Pidham Hill and Shutts Copse.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
Formal evening food costs more and slows the party down. A van keeps it relaxed, and guests eat where they like. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Why book our van in Privett
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Quick service from the hatch
- No kitchen needed
- A van that becomes part of the event
Read our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
What happens on the day
Service is quick: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. Golden-hour photos in Privett at midsummer come around 9:20pm, 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.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will 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.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Related guides
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is generally simpler.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
FAQs for Privett
Is Privett close to London?
About 52 miles from central London.
We are gathering after a service at Holy Trinity Church: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Send us the address.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including Hampshire. Find your area.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can the van park on grass?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Space, access and the venue
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
Also in Privett
Who books wedding fish and chip van in Privett?
Couples choose a fish and chip van because it’s relaxed and fun. Guests queue, chat and come back smiling.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Privett book the van for events such as:
- Evening wedding food
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Day-after gatherings
Among the historic houses close to Privett are Hinton Ampner House (5 miles west). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and vehicles.
What to look for in a quote
- The van’s size and access needs
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
Prices and what affects them
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- The menu and how many choices
- Service time
- How far we travel
- Parking and the way in
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A photo of the parking spot
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The address or venue name
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your wedding, and we’ll quote on that. To start, fill in 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