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Fish and Chip Van Hire for St Mary's events
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van in St Mary's.
- Milestone birthday parties
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Staff lunches and team days
Planning an event in St Mary's?
Fish and chip van hire for your event in St Mary's
Few meals are as universally loved as fish and chips. That is why a van works for so many kinds of event. For garden get-togethers and big birthdays, we can cook gravy, sausage and chips and haddock and chips.
In a smaller place like St Mary's, a garden party with the van on the drive is often the simplest option: no venue hire, and nobody stuck cooking. Let us know how the van reaches the house. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
- Area
- St Mary's (SO14, SO15, SO18)
- Area hub
- Southampton
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
The process
When we arrive, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Then everything is fried to order, timed around your event. Evening events need a little planning for light: around St Mary's, it stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 4:00pm.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Share the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
Planning help
Why choose a fish and chip van in St Mary's?
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and nothing’s hot on a cool evening. A chip van cooks to order and serves hot. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
Why us?
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Hot food handed straight over
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
Take a look at how we price or what a fish and chip van costs.
Nearby places to St Mary's
What else we do in St Mary's
What the van needs
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- A short walk from the party
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in St Mary's
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
Should I sort the food myself?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
The menu, dish by dish
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and it is a favourite with children.
Occasions we serve in St Mary's
It’s ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, where people can wander up when they’re ready.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Big birthdays
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Visits to care homes and day centres
If you are gathering after a service at a church like St Mary's Church, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van.
Questions to ask before you book
- How allergens are handled
- A clear list of what’s included
- The van’s size and access needs
- How many hours the van serves
What affects the price in St Mary's
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Service time
- The menu and how many choices
- The date and time of year
There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where the van would park
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the parking spot
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Allergies and dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
Once everyone is fed, we pack up.
Plan cover near the hatch if rain is possible.
FAQs for St Mary's
How far is St Mary's from London?
About 70 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Could you trade in Houndwell Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Cod or haddock?
Both are on our menu; tell us which you’d like for your event.
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for guests are worth planning.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Children typically love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
Where do you take the van?
We take the van across London and the South East, including Southampton. See all areas.
Do you come to St Mary's?
Yes, we do. We serve events in St Mary's and across Southampton. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
A fish and chip van in St Mary's: local details
St Mary's is about 1 mile south of Southampton, in Southampton. We serve events at drives, car parks, yards and venues around St Mary's and nearby villages. We serve 40 places in Southampton.
If you had Houndwell Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans cannot simply park up and serve in a public park. PTAs at schools such as Hope Community School Southampton frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. The New Forest National Park is within about 7 miles of St Mary's. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans. St Mary's is within about a mile of the sea, and fish and chips always feels right near the sea. On windy days, we plan a sheltered side for the queue.
This part of Southampton takes in SO14, SO15 and SO18, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. We can serve an event on streets such as New Road, Ogle Road and Marsh Lane or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. We also bring the van to events in Northam (1 mile north-east), Inner Avenue (1 mile north), Peartree Green (1 mile east), Southampton (1 mile north) and Bitterne Manor (1 mile north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Chartwell Green (3 miles north-east), Harefield (3 miles east), Maybush (3 miles north-west), Coxford (3 miles north-west), Lordswood (3 miles north-west) and Eling (4 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Netley Castle (2.5 miles south-east) and Bargate Guildhall Museum (within half a mile south-west). Open spaces near St Mary's include Netley Common.
- Local schools include Inspire Enterprise Academy (less than half a mile south-east) and Woolston School (1.4 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Joiners pub (within half a mile south)
- 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