Hampshire · England
Wedding fish and chip van in Redenham, Hampshire
Wedding fish and chip van in Redenham: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Second-day and after-party food
- Vow renewal parties
Fresh fish and chips in Redenham
About the food
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
About our wedding fish and chip van in Redenham
A fish and chip van is one of the most popular choices for evening wedding food. By nine o’clock, guests are hungry again, and hot fish and chips hits the spot. Whether it is weddings in a marquee or garden and barn and farm weddings, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, curry sauce and haddock and chips and more.
A wedding in a small place like Redenham often means a field, a barn or a family garden. A chip van is made for that: no kitchen, just firm ground nearby. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and handed over as soon as it’s ready.
Redenham weddings: local tips
Redenham is about 4 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Anywhere in SP11, we can bring the van to you. We serve all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 24 miles away.
Anton Lakes nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos. Guests coming by rail will want to know that the nearest station is Andover station, about 4 miles south-east.
This part of Hampshire takes in SP11. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include Appleshaw (1 mile south-east), Faberstown (1 mile west), Clanville (1 mile east), Chute Forest (2 miles north) and Fyfield (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Andover (4 miles south-east), Tidworth (4 miles west), Whitchurch (10 miles east), East Anton (5 miles east), Harestock (15 miles south-east) and Overton (13 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Ludgershall Castle (2.6 miles north-west) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (3.8 miles south-east). Open spaces near Redenham include Quarley Hill and Anton Lakes.
- Local pubs include Walnut Tree Inn (under half a mile south-east)
Redenham: your questions answered
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Peter in the Wood: 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 generally elsewhere. Send us the address.
Which station is closest to Redenham?
The closest is Andover station, roughly 4 miles away.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Redenham.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
Do you have allergen information?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will take it from there.
What time is best for the van?
At the time you choose. Most couples go for just after the first dance.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Should I sort the food myself?
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 solves that by cooking on site.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
How the day works
Nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, so it is as fresh as from any chip shop. At a December wedding in Redenham, it’s dark by about 4:00pm, so plan a lit path from the party to the van, while a June wedding has light until about 9:25pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Before we arrive
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Give us a contact for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Organising for someone else?
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
What the van needs
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work, and help find another. The main points are:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Redenham
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
Places near Redenham
What else we do in Redenham
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
A hog roast is a classic for weddings, but it’s pork only. A chip van offers fish, sausages and pies. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
What you get with us
- A clear quote before booking
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Quick service from the hatch
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
- Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers early
- Talk to us about evening numbers
Sending tables up in turn keeps the queue short if you have plenty of guests.
Ask your band or DJ to tell guests the van is open.
Events we cater in Redenham
A chip van brings a relaxed, fun feel to the evening. Guests queue, chat and come back smiling.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Redenham book the van for occasions like:
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Engagement parties
Marrying at Church of St Peter in the Wood? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening.
What to look for in a quote
- When final numbers are due
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- When payment is due
- The cancellation terms
- 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