Hampshire · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Steep
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your wedding turns food into part of your wedding in Steep.
- Vow renewal parties
- Informal weddings
- Barn weddings
A chip van near Steep
What the van needs
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
Wedding fish and chip van in Steep, cooked to order
Evening wedding food from a fish and chip van is a favourite. Hours after the wedding breakfast, guests are ready to eat again, and fish and chips from the hatch is exactly what they want. Whether it’s day-after gatherings and rustic farm weddings, we will put together a menu of curry sauce, sausage and chips and haddock and chips for your guests.
A wedding in a small place like Steep often means a field, a barn or a family garden. A chip van is made for that: no kitchen needed, just a firm spot near the party. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- How easy the site is to reach
- Service time
- Numbers
- Whether a minimum applies
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- A picture of where the van would go
- The venue or postcode
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Send us the date, the address or GU32 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and you will get a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Also near Steep
Also in Steep
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Steep
Steep is about 1 mile north of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Give us the address of your wedding in Steep, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. Steep is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 21 miles away.
For outdoor photos, Wheatham Hill is close by, and the countryside around Steep suits an outdoor reception. For guests travelling by train, the closest railway station is Petersfield station, roughly 1.4 miles south of the centre. With the South Downs National Park within about 2 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van.
We serve weddings across GU32. Streets in the area include Church Road and Mill Lane, and the van can serve a wedding on any of them with a suitable parking spot. For weddings just outside Steep, we cover Steep Marsh (1 mile north), Sheet (1 mile south-east), Oakshott (1 mile north), Petersfield (1 mile south) and Stroud (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Havant (11 miles south), Horndean (9 miles south), Alton (9 miles north), Waterlooville (11 miles south), Purbrook (12 miles south) and Bordon (7 miles north-east).
A little further out are Bear Museum (1.7 miles south) and Petersfield Community Hospital (1.5 miles south). Open spaces near Steep include Liss Riverside Railway Walk South and Wheatham Hill.
- Schools near Steep include Churcher's College (1.3 miles south-east) and The Petersfield School (1.8 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Cricketers Inn (0.5 miles south-west)
Steep questions
Is Steep close to London?
Roughly 49 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of All Saints: 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 normally elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
When should evening food go out?
Normally between about 8pm and 9:30pm, after the first dance. We will fit your running order.
What can guests choose from?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Steep?
Next to a cold buffet, fish and chips is hot and fresh, and nothing sits out drying up. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your wedding.
What you get with us
- Bookings across Hampshire, including Steep
- Classic food your guests already know
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
For planners, venues and organisers
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Should I sort the food myself?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
- Name a friend or coordinator as our contact
- Ask your venue about catering vans first
Evening food generally goes out between about 8pm and 9:30pm, once the first dance is done and before the party really gets going.
Let the DJ or band announce when the food is ready.
Step by step
Your timings come first. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it is needed. In Steep, evening wedding food frequently coincides with dusk: about 9:20pm at midsummer, 8:55pm in late May and 7:05pm 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 will confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure the van can get in
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Steep, and we will check the date and send a price.
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What comes out of the fryer
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
- 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