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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Chessington, Greater London
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your event in Chessington.
- Country shows
- Community open days
- Club open days
Fresh fish and chips in Chessington
Fish and chip van for events in Chessington, cooked to order
Few things draw a crowd at a fête or festival like the smell of fish and chips. Organisers get a trader almost everyone is happy to queue for. For festivals and charity fundraisers and community events, we’ll put together a menu of sausage and chips, curry sauce and haddock and chips and more.
Events in Chessington range from street parties and school fairs to markets and festivals. Public spaces usually need council permission, and the van needs a pitch it can reach. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
- Area
- Chessington (KT9, KT19, KT6)
- County
- Greater London
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The length of service
- How many people are eating
- Distance and any road charges
- Whether a minimum applies
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We will send you a quote.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and time of the event
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Events we cater in Chessington
Rain does not stop the fryers.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- School summer fairs
- Community festivals
- Horse and dog shows
- Summer fairs
A summer fête at Church of St Mary the Virgin is the classic setting for a fish and chip van.
Comparing caterers
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The deposit and payment dates
- How late numbers can change
- How allergens are handled
Chessington: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Chessington?
Chessington has its own station: Chessington North station.
Could you trade in Horton Country Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your visitors, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
Can you come to a school event?
Yes, with the school’s permission for the van on site. Send us the date and the spot.
Do you pay a pitch fee?
That varies: pitch fee, percentage or minimum. We will agree terms before the day.
Where do you take the van?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
The menu, dish by dish
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and it is a favourite with children.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
A chip van compared with other options
Compared with a barbecue run by volunteers, a van means volunteers can enjoy the day. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book our van in Chessington
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Something for visitors to gather round
- No surprises in your quote
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
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Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Agree the terms in writing
- Display allergens for each stall
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Tell us about any school or event allergy policies
We set up before visitors arrive.
A clear route for the van before the gates open avoids problems.
Community events around Chessington
Chessington is about 2 miles north-west of Epsom, in Greater London. In and around Chessington, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your visitors. We take the van to 764 places in Greater London. We serve events right across the region, from Chessington to London (13 miles away).
Events in parks such as Horton Country Park need permission from the council or landowner, and the van needs a firm route onto the pitch. For visitors coming by rail, Chessington North station serves Chessington directly. Within about 8 miles is the Surrey Hills National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
Wherever your event is in KT9, KT19 and KT6, we can bring the van to you. Local streets include Elm Road, Cox Lane and Moor Lane; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. With the A243 close by, Chessington is simple for us to get to for your event. Nearby, we also serve events in Horton (1 mile south), Old Malden (2 miles north-east), Tolworth (2 miles north-east), Surbiton (2 miles north) and Worcester Park (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include London (13 miles north-east), City of Westminster (12 miles north-east), Marylebone (13 miles north-east), Kensington (10 miles north-east), St Pancras (14 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (15 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Ashley Centre (2.6 miles south-east) and Cockney Museum (2.3 miles east). The countryside around Chessington includes Kingston Hill Road area and Bonesgate Open Space.
- Local schools include Chessington Community College (0.6 miles south-west) and Shrewsbury House School (1.2 miles north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Municipal Borough of Surbiton (0.8 miles north)
How the day works
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace. At midsummer, events in Chessington stay light until about 9:20pm, which helps evening trading. Winter fairs, dark by about 3:55pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your visitors.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Let us know the serving time
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
- What’s available on the pitch
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
Chessington is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- 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