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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Caterham, Surrey
Fish and chip van for events in Caterham: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Community festivals
- Country shows
Planning an event in Caterham?
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Ask traders for allergen information to display
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
- Tell us about any school or event allergy policies
- Tell us about the pitch
Bins near the van help keep the site tidy.
A sign at the entrance tells visitors hot food is available.
How our fish and chip van for events works in Caterham
Give us the date, pitch and expected numbers, and we’ll tell you quickly whether we can come. Typical bookings include summer fairs and sports tournaments, serving curry sauce, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
In Caterham, schools, clubs and churches run summer events. Fish and chips suits any of them. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
What happens on the day
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. Winter fairs in Caterham are dark by about 3:55pm, so pitches need lighting; in late May there’s light until about 8:50pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Let us know the serving time
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Planning help
Space, access and the venue
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- A level, firm pitch the van can drive onto
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that does not block walkways
- Information about power and water
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Cold food stalls are fine on a hot day, but hot food brings people in on cooler days. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Why us?
- Events in Caterham and across Surrey
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- A van that becomes part of the event
Takeaway run or book a van?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Organising for someone else?
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and children love it.
Occasions we serve in Caterham
Hot food keeps families around for longer.
In Caterham and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Village fêtes
- Country shows
- Community festivals
- Food for volunteers
For visitors coming by rail, Caterham station, about 0.7 miles south-east, is the nearest station.
Before you book anyone
- The deadline for final numbers
- How many hours the van serves
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- The cancellation terms
Caterham questions
How far is Caterham from London?
Roughly 15 miles from the centre of London.
Do you trade at school fairs around Caterham?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
What if we only have street parking?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac visitors and we’ll explain the options.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Running an event in Caterham
Caterham is about 11 miles south-west of Orpington, in Surrey. For an event in Caterham, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We take the van to 395 places across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Caterham to London (15 miles away).
An event in Dollypers Hill means agreeing traders and vehicle routes with the landowner, typically the council. Running a fête for a church like Sacred Heart Church? A chip van draws people in.
Wherever your event is in CR3, we can bring the van to you. We can serve an event on streets such as High Street, London Road and Park Road, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Main roads around Caterham include the B2030 and B2031, so getting the van to your event is simple. If your venue is just outside Caterham, we also cover Woldingham Garden Village (2 miles east), Tyler's Green (2 miles south-east), Woldingham (3 miles east), Godstone (3 miles south) and Church Town (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Epsom (8 miles north-west), Horley (8 miles south-west), Redhill (5 miles south-west), Ewell (8 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles south-west) and Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Bletchingley Castle (3.4 miles south) and East Surrey Museum (0.6 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include South London Downs National Nature Reserve and Mercers Lake.
- Schools near Caterham include de Stafford School (0.5 miles north-east) and Sunnydown School (0.6 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The King And Queen Public House (less than half a mile south-east)
Nearby places to Caterham
More for events in Caterham
- 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