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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Farleigh
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Fish and chip van for events in Farleigh.
- Festivals
- Country shows
- Community open days
Fish and chip van for events in Farleigh
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Farleigh
Do you come out to small places like Farleigh?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Farleigh from London?
About 12 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
How do you charge at fêtes?
We’ll talk it through when you send the details, and we’ll agree terms.
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. Send us the date, location and expected numbers.
Can you cater for helpers?
Yes. Give us numbers and a time.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your visitors, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Fish and chip van for events in Farleigh, fried fresh
Country shows and field events suit a van, as long as there is a firm route onto the pitch. We are often asked to cater church fêtes and fish and chip suppers and club open days, with chips, mushy peas and cod and chips.
Rural events near Farleigh can be a long way from anywhere to eat, so fish and chips goes down well. You’ll know what’s included before booking: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
Places near Farleigh
Other occasions in Farleigh
Planners, venues and businesses
Organising a club, school or community event in Farleigh? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Event catering near Farleigh
Farleigh is about 4 miles north-east of Caterham, in Surrey. Tell us where your event in Farleigh will be, and we will plan access and set-up. We take the van to 395 places in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Farleigh to London (12 miles away).
Events in parks such as Ledgers Wood need permission from the council or landowner, and the van needs a firm route onto the pitch. If visitors are coming by train, the nearest station is Upper Warlingham station, about 2.3 miles south-west.
Events anywhere in CR6 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. That could mean an event at a home on Farleigh Court Road and Old Farleigh Road or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Chelsham (1 mile south), Fickleshole (1 mile east), Forestdale (1 mile north), New Addington (1 mile north-east) and Hamsey Green (1 mile west). Further out, we also take the van to Epsom (10 miles west), Horley (12 miles south-west), Redhill (9 miles south-west), Ewell (10 miles west), Reigate (10 miles south-west) and Caterham (4 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Warlingham Park Hospital (0.6 miles south) and East Surrey Museum (3.7 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Nore Hill and Hutchinson's Bank.
About the food
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Where the van can park in Farleigh
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Agreement from the site for a catering van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that does not block walkways
- Information about power and water
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
From the hatch
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. 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.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
The process
You do not need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your event. The frying and serving are down to us. In Farleigh, a midsummer event stays light until about 9:20pm, but by late September the light goes at about 7:05pm, so evening trading may need lights.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your visitors.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Clear the route for the van
Ask for a quote
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can use our quote form.
Planning help
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Farleigh?
We keep cooking in the rain, which matters at outdoor events.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- School fairs and sports days
- Fundraisers
- Community festivals
- Summer fairs
A school like Meridian High School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
What your quote should include
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- VAT, if it applies
- The deposit and payment dates
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- The day of the week
- How far we travel
- Access and parking
- Service time
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Your date and serving time
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Expected numbers
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability right away.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
At a small fête, one good trader may be all you need, with cakes and teas alongside. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why us?
- Bookings across Surrey, including Farleigh
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- A clear quote before you book
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
- 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