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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Egham Wick
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your event makes the food a highlight of your event in Egham Wick.
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Food for volunteers
- School fairs and sports days
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How our fish and chip van for events works in Egham Wick
Fêtes, school fairs, festivals and shows all suit a chip van. We’re often asked to cater fundraisers and village fêtes, with mushy peas, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
Rural events near Egham Wick can be a long way from anywhere to eat, so a chip van is a welcome sight. We cook inside the van, right where your visitors are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
Step by step
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out at the time you asked for. Summer events in Egham Wick have daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer and about 7:05pm by late September, so evening trading usually finishes in daylight in high summer. For winter events, dark by about 3:55pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your visitors.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Clear the route for the van
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and it’s a favourite with children.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it is lovely with a pie.
Should I sort the food myself?
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 cooks in front of your visitors instead.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Egham Wick events: pitches and permissions
Egham Wick is about 2 miles west of Egham, in Surrey. Whether your event is in the middle of Egham Wick or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We take the van to all 395 towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 12 miles away.
A summer fête at Church of Saint Simon and Saint Jude is the classic setting for a fish and chip van. For anyone arriving by train, Virginia Water station, about 1.8 miles south-east, is the nearest station.
For events in TW20, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. We can serve an event on streets such as Wick Lane and Wick Road, wherever the van can park. We also bring the van to events in Englefield Green (1 mile north-east), Bishopsgate (1 mile north), Wentworth (2 miles south), Stroude (2 miles south-east) and Virginia Water (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (12 miles south), Woking (7 miles south), Camberley (9 miles south-west), Epsom (15 miles south-east), Ewell (15 miles east) and Walton-on-Thames (8 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Spelthorne Museum (3.2 miles east) and Windsor Castle (4.3 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Gracious Pond and St Ann's Hill.
- Nearby, you will find The Barley Mow Public House (0.9 miles north-east)
Questions from Egham Wick
Could you trade in Riverside Walk?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
How far is Egham Wick from London?
Roughly 22 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How do you charge at fêtes?
That varies: a pitch fee, a share of takings or a guaranteed minimum. We’ll agree it in writing.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac visitors when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Can the van come to Egham Wick?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Egham Wick and across Surrey. Send us your date to check availability.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
At a small fête, one good trader may be all you need, with cakes and teas alongside. Larger groups typically cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What you get with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Bookings across Surrey, including Egham Wick
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
See our prices page or the cost guide.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Whether a minimum applies
- The menu and how many choices
- How long we serve
- Parking and the way in
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the van would park
- The date and time of the event
- The address or venue name
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event for your event in Egham Wick? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. Just use our quote form.
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Access that avoids crowds
- Space for a queue away from paths
- Confirmation the van can trade there
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
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Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Plan crew and volunteer food times
- Make sure allergen information is available
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Agree how we’ll be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
Crew food is served at the agreed time.
Pre-sold meal tickets can help at fundraisers.
Organising for someone else?
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Organising a club, school or community event in Egham Wick? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
- 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