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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Banstead
We bring a fish and chip van for your event to Banstead and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Fundraisers
- Church fêtes
- Agricultural and country shows
Fresh fish and chips in Banstead
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Burger vans are common at events. A chip van gives visitors something different. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Why us?
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Quick service from the hatch
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Banstead
We bring the van and everything we need to cook, which helps volunteer-run events. For school summer fairs and church fêtes, we can cook haddock and chips, chips and mushy peas for your guests.
Events near Banstead are frequently volunteer-run, so a self-sufficient van helps. Everything is fried fresh at your event, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
What comes out of the fryer
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. It is battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Running an event in Banstead
Banstead is about 3 miles west of Coulsdon, in Surrey. Banstead is well within our area, so your event just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We take the van to all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Banstead to London (about 13 miles away).
For anyone arriving by train, the nearest station is Banstead station, about 0.7 miles north-west. Church fêtes, at churches such as Church of All Saints, are a natural home for a chip van. Events in and around the Surrey Hills National Landscape, within about 7 miles of Banstead, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we work to the site rules.
For events in SM7, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many visitors. That could mean an event at a home on High Street, Glenfield Road and Highview Path, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Being close to the A217 and A2022, Banstead is easy for us to reach with the van. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Woodmansterne (1 mile south-east), Shanklin Village (2 miles north), Chipstead (2 miles south-east), Little Woodcote (2 miles north-east) and Woodcote Green (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Epsom (3 miles west), Horley (10 miles south), Redhill (6 miles south), Ewell (3 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles south) and Walton-on-Thames (10 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Honeywood Museum (3.2 miles north-east) and Municipal Borough of Sutton and Cheam (2.5 miles north). The countryside around Banstead includes Colley Hill and Cuddington Meadows.
- Schools near Banstead include Priory Preparatory School (less than half a mile west) and The Beacon School (0.9 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Woolpack pub (less than half a mile east)
How the day works
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Winter fairs in Banstead are dark by about 3:55pm, so pitches need lighting; in late May there’s light until about 8:50pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Ask for a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Where the van can park in Banstead
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Details of any power or water on site
- A hard-standing or firm grass pitch
- Space for a queue away from paths
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we serve
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Numbers
- Parking and the way in
- Distance and any road charges
- How long we serve
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where the event is
- Where the van would park
- Your date and serving time
- Roughly how many people, including children
Planning a fish and chip van for your event in Banstead? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. Just use our quote form.
Events we cater in Banstead
It can feed crew and volunteers too.
Whatever the occasion in Banstead, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re frequently booked for:
- School summer fairs
- Club open days
- Community open days
- Horse and dog shows
A school like St Anne's Catholic Primary School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
Comparing caterers
- Allergen information for each item
- When payment is due
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether travel is included
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Share pitch details
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
When the event closes, we pack up.
Pre-sold meal tickets can help at fundraisers.
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.
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Banstead: your questions answered
Can the van park in Fames Rough?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Do you trade at school fairs around Banstead?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will tell you what we can offer.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Banstead.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac visitors when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
What if the weather’s bad?
The weather does not stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Other occasions in Banstead
- 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