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Fish and Chip Van for Events for Englefield Green events
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 Englefield Green.
- School summer fairs
- Fundraisers
- Fish and chip supper nights
Planning an event in Englefield Green?
How our fish and chip van for events works in Englefield Green
Organisers can book us as a trader, or to feed crew and volunteers. On the menu are curry sauce, chips and mushy peas, and we are frequently booked for horse and dog shows and community open days.
Village fêtes and summer fairs around Englefield Green are made for a chip van. Tell us about the pitch, ground and access. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
How the day works
Because we cook inside the van, rain does not stop us. Visitors will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. Evening events in Englefield Green have light until about 9:20pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- It starts with your event and pitch details.
- You get our pitch needs and a quick answer on availability.
- We set up before the gates open.
- We trade from the hatch all event, frying to order.
- We clear the pitch when the event closes.
Getting ready for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
- Offer a choice of traders where you can
- Agree how we will be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
- Plan crew and volunteer food times
We set up before visitors arrive.
A clear route for the van before the gates open avoids problems.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- How long we serve
- The minimum booking
- The number of meals
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Where the van would park
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Anything awkward about the way in
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
Also near Englefield Green
Other occasions in Englefield Green
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
At larger events, a van adds to the mix. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why Englefield Green hosts choose us
- No kitchen needed
- Bookings across Surrey, including Englefield Green
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Read our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Occasions we serve in Englefield Green
Hot food keeps families around.
Whatever the occasion in Englefield Green, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Country shows
- Food for volunteers
If your event is in Windsor Great Park, the organiser will need the landowner’s permission for vehicles and traders.
Before you book anyone
- The deposit and payment dates
- Any minimum charge
- When final numbers are due
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
Community events around Englefield Green
Englefield Green is about 1 mile west of Egham, in Surrey. For events in Englefield Green, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Englefield Green is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our bookings stretch from Englefield Green to Guildford (about 13 miles away).
Running a fête for a church like Church of Our Lady of the Assumption? A chip van draws people in. For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Egham station, about 1 mile east.
This part of Surrey takes in TW20, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. From South Road, Albert Road and Willson Road or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. With the A328 close by, Englefield Green is easy for us to reach for your event. Other places close to Englefield Green we cover include Bishopsgate (1 mile north-west), Egham Wick (1 mile south-west), Egham (1 mile east), Stroude (1 mile south-east) and Hythe End (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (13 miles south), Woking (8 miles south), Camberley (10 miles south-west), Epsom (14 miles south-east), Ewell (15 miles east) and Walton-on-Thames (8 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Windsor Castle (4 miles north) and Spelthorne Museum (2.4 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Virginia Water Lake and St Ann's Hill.
- Schools near Englefield Green include Strode's College (0.9 miles east) and The Magna Carta School (2.1 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Barley Mow Public House (under half a mile north-west)
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
About the food
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
FAQs for Englefield Green
Do you trade at school fairs around Englefield Green?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Which station is closest to Englefield Green?
The closest is Egham station, roughly 1 mile away.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
How big a pitch do you need?
A firm pitch with space for a queue. Tell us about power and water.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before booking.
- 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