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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Blackheath, Surrey
Fish and chip van for events in Blackheath: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- School summer fairs
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Feeding event crew
Book the van in Blackheath
Fish and chip van for events in Blackheath, cooked to order
School fairs and sports days work well with a chip van, once the school agrees where the van goes. On the menu are mushy peas, curry sauce and sausage and chips, and we’re frequently booked for village fêtes and club open days.
At a fête or show near Blackheath, a chip van brings hot food to a rural site. Tell us about the ground and the way in. Timings are planned around your event, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Events we cater in Blackheath
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Fundraisers
- Food for volunteers
- Community festivals
- Horse and dog shows
For visitors coming by rail, Chilworth station is about 0.6 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- How many hours the van serves
- The cancellation terms
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- What they can offer for dietary needs
How the day works
The van turns up at the agreed time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen and the hatch goes up. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out at the time you asked for. Winter fairs in Blackheath are dark by about 3:55pm, so we need a lit pitch; spring events have light until about 8:55pm by late May.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear 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.
How to prepare
- Clear the route for the van
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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Fairs, fêtes and events in Blackheath
Blackheath is about 4 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. Bookings in Blackheath come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. We take the van to all 395 towns and villages in Surrey.
A summer fête at Church of St Martin is the classic setting for a fish and chip van. PTAs at schools such as Chilworth CofE (Aided) Infant School often want one reliable hot-food stall. Events in and around the Surrey Hills National Landscape, within about 3 miles of Blackheath, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we work to the site rules.
Here we cover the GU4 postcode area, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. We also bring the van to events in Chilworth (1 mile north-west), East Shalford (2 miles north-west), Shalford (2 miles west), Broadford (2 miles west) and Peasmarsh (3 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (4 miles north-west), Woking (8 miles north), Camberley (13 miles north-west), Epsom (14 miles north-east), Horley (15 miles east) and Farnham (12 miles west).
A little further out are Guildford Castle (2.9 miles north-west) and Shere Museum (2.8 miles east). Within reach you will find St Martha's Hill and St Martha's Hill and Colyer's Hanger.
- Local pubs include The Percy Arms (0.7 miles north)
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Display allergens for each stall
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Agree the terms in writing
When the event closes, we pack up.
Plan vehicle access before visitors arrive.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Most events have a burger van. A chip van gives visitors something different. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It is worth asking early.
Why book with us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Bookings across Surrey, including Blackheath
- No surprises in your quote
Take a look at how we price or what a fish and chip van costs.
Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
What the van needs
We will be honest if a spot will not work. What matters most:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that does not block walkways
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
- A level, firm pitch the van can drive onto
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Cod and chips
Should I sort the food myself?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your visitors instead.
Other occasions in Blackheath
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Blackheath
Which station is closest to Blackheath?
The closest is Chilworth station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
Can you come to a school fair in Blackheath?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Can you come to a school event?
Yes, with the school’s permission for the van on site. Tell us the date and where the van would park.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Do you do festivals?
Yes, where the date suits. Contact us with the details.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
About the food
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
- 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