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Fish and Chip Van for Events for Hackney Marshes events
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your event in Hackney Marshes and across Greater London.
- Fundraisers
- Sports club events and race days
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
Planning an event in Hackney Marshes?
Events we cater in Hackney Marshes
It is low-maintenance for organisers, because we bring what we need.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are frequently booked for:
- Sports tournaments
- Fundraisers
- Community festivals
- Horse and dog shows
An event in Leyton Jubilee Park means agreeing traders and vehicle routes with the landowner, generally the council.
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- The deadline for final numbers
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- What happens if plans change
About our fish and chip van for events in Hackney Marshes
Give us the date, pitch and expected numbers, and we’ll let you know if we are available. Typical bookings include summer fairs and music and food festivals, with chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas.
In Hackney Marshes, street events mean planning closures and access. Send us the pitch and timings. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Where
- Hackney Marshes (E5, E10, E9)
- County
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Step by step
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we can start a little later or slow the pace. At midsummer, events in Hackney Marshes stay light until about 9:20pm, which helps evening trading. Winter fairs, dark by about 3:55pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Preparing for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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What a fish and chip van costs
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Your choice of menu
- The date and time of year
- How many people are eating
- Distance and any road charges
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Expected numbers
- Where the event is
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Event catering near Hackney Marshes
Hackney Marshes is about 1 mile north-east of Homerton, in Greater London. Give us the address of your event in Hackney Marshes, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. We take the van to all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as The Risen Christ and All Souls, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola. A school like Kingsmead Primary School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
Anywhere in E5, E10 and E9, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Glyn Road, Gilpin Road and Redwald Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. You will find Hackney Marshes on the A106, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van. If your venue is just outside Hackney Marshes, we also cover Leyton Grange (1 mile north-east), Lea Bridge (1 mile north-west), Homerton (1 mile south-west), Lower Clapton (1 mile south-west) and Temple Mills (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include London (5 miles south-west), City of Westminster (6 miles south-west), Marylebone (6 miles south-west), Kensington (8 miles south-west), St Pancras (4 miles south-west) and Shoreditch (3 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Tower of London (3.9 miles south-west) and V&A East (1.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Old Ford Island and Tower Hill.
- Nearby schools include Lammas School and Sixth Form (0.6 miles north) and The Lammas School (0.7 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Adam & Eve pub (0.7 miles south-west)
- Local facilities include Leabridge (0.9 miles west)
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is generally simpler.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your visitors instead.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Hackney Marshes: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Hackney Marshes?
Lea Bridge station, about 0.7 miles north-west of the centre.
What about parking in Hackney Marshes?
London parking needs planning: let us know about off-street space or permits. We will plan around it.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
What does the pitch need?
A firm pitch with space for a queue. Tell us about power and water.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a picture.
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for visitors are worth planning.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a photo if you can.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Plan something for visitors we can’t cater for
- Make sure allergen information is available
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Arrange bins and waste collection
If we’re feeding volunteers, agree a time that suits the schedule.
Put the van near the entrance or the tea tent.
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Cakes and sandwiches are popular, but hot food is a draw when it is cool. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Why book with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A van that becomes part of the event
- All the chip-shop extras
- Classic food your visitors already know
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Places near Hackney Marshes
Also in Hackney Marshes
- 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