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Fish and chip van hire in Portsmouth

Wherever you are in Portsmouth, we bring the van to your event, at the time you choose.

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Events we cater in Portsmouth

Choose a service to see every town we cover for it in Portsmouth, or pick your town from the list below.

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Fish and chip van hire in Portsmouth: what to expect

Because the cooking is in the van, the weather does not stop us. That makes it a safe bet for British events. We’re often asked to cater care home visits and staff thank-you lunches, serving cod and chips, curry sauce and haddock and chips.

If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we’ll adjust start times and pace to suit your event.

  1. Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
  2. Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
  3. Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
  4. The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
  5. Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.

Prices in Portsmouth

Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.

Why book our van

  • We cover Portsmouth and the whole of Portsmouth
  • Classic food your guests already know
  • No surprises in your quote
  • Quick service from the hatch

Getting a price

Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Portsmouth? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.

Near you in Portsmouth

Locally, our bookings take us close to Manor Infant School, Alexandra Park and St Wilfrid, among other places. Also close by are The Druids Arms (under half a mile north-east), The Portsmouth Academy (under half a mile south-east) and St Edmund's Catholic School (0.7 miles south-west). The closest station to Portsmouth is Fratton station, about 0.9 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Tricorn Centre (0.7 miles south-west) and Royal Portsmouth Hospital (0.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.

  • Other local spots include Southsea (1.9 miles south)

Chip van hire across Portsmouth

There are 3 towns and 0 villages and hamlets in Portsmouth, so whether your event is in Southsea, Milton and Landport or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level spot, a clear way in and a plan. 19 of the places we cover in Portsmouth are within about 6 miles of the sea, so we often plan a sheltered side for the queue, and fish and chips feels right at home.

Portsmouth: If you’re gathering after a service at a church like St Wilfrid, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. For anyone arriving by rail, Fratton station is about 0.9 miles away. Planning an evening event in Portsmouth? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September; after dark, the queue and the path to the van need good lighting.

A chip van compared with other options

Ordering a takeaway for a crowd means long waits and food that cools on the journey. A van fries on the spot, so it is crisp when it is handed over.

What your quote should include

  • Exactly what’s included in the price
  • What the van needs: space, access, power
  • The deposit and payment dates
  • Any minimum charge

For event organisers in Portsmouth

Having the party at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.

For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.

DIY versus a fish and chip van

A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.

Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.

What affects the price in Portsmouth

Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:

  • Service time
  • Your choice of menu
  • Whether a minimum applies
  • Travel, tolls and road charges

The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.

What we need to know

The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:

  • Expected numbers
  • The address or venue name
  • A picture of where the van would go
  • Anything awkward about the way in

A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, use our quote form.

Events we cater in Portsmouth

It is ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, where people can wander up when they’re ready.

We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Portsmouth and nearby. Popular bookings include:

  • Community events and fairs
  • Garden parties and summer get-togethers
  • Fish and chip days at care homes
  • Weddings, especially the evening

Common questions in Portsmouth

What do we need to supply?

A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will confirm the rest.

What about guests who don’t eat fish?

There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.

Can you go on a lawn or field?

That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a picture if you can.

What if the weather’s bad?

The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.

Does the batter contain gluten?

Not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before you book.

What can guests choose from?

Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.

Where can the van park?

A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.

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  • 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

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