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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in The Hummicks
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Wedding fish and chip van in The Hummicks.
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Evening wedding food
- Engagement celebrations
Book the van in The Hummicks
How the day works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your wedding in The Hummicks. At midsummer, sunset in The Hummicks is about 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 are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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About our wedding fish and chip van in The Hummicks
Some couples book the van for the wedding breakfast at a relaxed, informal wedding. Most book it for the evening, when it’s most welcome. Popular choices include cod and chips, curry sauce and haddock and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater vow renewal parties and evening wedding food.
Near The Hummicks, weddings are frequently in fields, barns or gardens. 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. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
What affects the price in The Hummicks
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The day of the week
- The minimum booking
- How long we serve
- Travel, tolls and road charges
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Expected numbers
- Allergies and diets you know about
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Where you’d like the van to go
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
Looking after everyone
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Cater for most, not all, of the evening guest list
- Plan bins by the hatch
- Ensure we have someone to call on the day
- Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers early
Remember the band, photographer and venue staff in your numbers.
A chalkboard sign with the menu by the van adds a nice touch.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
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 cooks in front of your guests instead.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in The Hummicks
We’re gathering after a service at Church of the Blessed Virgin and Child: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
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 follow the site rules.
When do you arrive?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
Where will the van go at our venue?
Generally, with the venue’s agreement and firm ground. We’ll check access with you and the venue.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
What happens if it rains?
The weather does not stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Can the van park on grass?
Generally, if it’s firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
If you want evening food guests will talk about, a fish and chip van is a great choice at a wedding in The Hummicks. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Why book our van in The Hummicks
- No surprises in your quote
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Also near The Hummicks
What else we do in The Hummicks
What the van needs
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- A spot near your guests
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Evening fish and chips
Working with your venue
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Weddings in The Hummicks: venues, ceremonies and travel
The Hummicks is about 4 miles south-west of Hythe, in Hampshire. From the centre of The Hummicks to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We take the van to all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 7 miles away.
Historic houses near The Hummicks include Beaulieu Palace House (0.9 miles north-west). Historic houses and estates often have rules on catering vans, so check early if that is your venue. For guests travelling by train, Beaulieu Road station, about 4.2 miles north-west, is the nearest station. The New Forest National Park is within about a mile of The Hummicks, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van.
We cover weddings in every part of the SO42 postcode area. Close by, we cover weddings in Bailey's Hard (1 mile south-west), Beaulieu (1 mile north-west), East Boldre (2 miles west), Furzey Lodge (2 miles west) and Dibden Purlieu (3 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Gosport (12 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north), Fareham (11 miles east), Totton (8 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (12 miles north) and Hedge End (9 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (1.1 miles north-west) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (5.9 miles south-west).
- Local schools include The New Forest Academy (2.5 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Montagu Arms (0.9 miles west)
- 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