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Corporate Fish and Chip Catering in Mickleham
Corporate fish and chip catering in Mickleham: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
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How our corporate fish and chip catering works in Mickleham
Few staff treats are as popular as a fish and chip van lunch. There’s no room to book and no kitchen needed, and people still talk about it the following week. Whether it is workplace fundraising days and summer staff parties, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips for your guests.
At country workplaces around Mickleham, we can bring a hot lunch to the yard. Tell us about access. You’ll know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Planning for dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- A pre-order helps with numbers and allergies
- Flag any coeliac staff
- Collect allergies in advance
- Ask facilities about access
After the last group, we pack up.
A pre-order list speeds things up and helps with allergies.
What affects the price in Mickleham
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Access and parking
- The menu and how many choices
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Service time
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Your date and serving time
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Where the van would park
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Where the van can park in Mickleham
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Staff lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
How it works
The first sign we have arrived is typically the smell. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. Lunchtime staff treats in Mickleham are in daylight all year round, but later events need lighting: it’s dark by about 3:55pm in December.
- First, tell us about your staff event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your staff.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
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Workplace catering around Mickleham
Mickleham is about 2 miles south of Leatherhead, in Surrey. People in Mickleham book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We take the van to all 395 towns and villages across Surrey. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 11 miles away.
Historic houses near Mickleham include Polesden Lacey (2.4 miles west). Historic venues suit client days, but check their vehicle rules before planning a van. For colleagues arriving by train, the closest railway station is Box Hill & Westhumble station, roughly 1.2 miles south of the centre. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 2 miles, which suits team days in the countryside.
For staff events in RH5, we just need to know where the van can park. Whether your staff event is on Old London Road, School Lane and Dell Close or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. We also bring the van to staff events in Westhumble (1 mile south-west), Leatherhead (2 miles north), Pixham (2 miles south), Fetcham (2 miles north-west) and Great Bookham (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (11 miles west), Woking (11 miles west), Epsom (5 miles north-east), Horley (9 miles south-east), Redhill (7 miles east) and Ewell (6 miles north-east).
A little further out are Headley Court (2.4 miles north-east) and Betchworth Castle (2.5 miles south-east). Open spaces near Mickleham include Box Hill and Reigate Heath.
- Schools near Mickleham include Box Hill School (less than half a mile south-west) and The Ashcombe School (2.2 miles south)
Who books corporate fish and chip catering in Mickleham?
Companies book a chip van because it is a treat that suits everyone.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Charity and fundraising days at work
- Open days and customer events
- Lunch for site crews
- Summer team days
Mickleham sits roughly 19 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What your quote should include
- What happens if plans change
- The deadline for final numbers
- Whether travel is included
- What the van needs: space, access, power
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Mickleham: your questions answered
Could you trade in Norbury Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Is Mickleham too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac staff when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Where will the van go on our site?
Frequently, with a level spot and the site’s agreement. We will agree the exact spot with you or facilities.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Taking the team out for a meal means booking, travel and time away from site. A van comes to you. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It is worth asking early.
What you get with us
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Bookings across Surrey, including Mickleham
- No kitchen needed
See our pricing and the cost guide.
- 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