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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Headley, Surrey
Fish and chip van for events in Headley: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Village fêtes
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Sports days
Planning an event in Headley?
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Plan something for visitors we can’t cater for
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Ask traders for allergen information to display
- Set a time for helpers’ food
Have a hard-standing back-up pitch in case the ground is soft.
A clear route for the van before the gates open avoids problems.
How our fish and chip van for events works in Headley
Give us the date, pitch and expected numbers, and we will let you know if we’re available. Typical bookings include festivals and village fêtes and summer fairs, with haddock and chips, cod and chips and curry sauce.
At a field event near Headley, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Headley
Headley is about 2 miles south-east of Ashtead, in Surrey. Tell us where your event in Headley will be, and we will plan the route and the parking spot before the day. Headley is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Headley to Guildford (13 miles away).
Running a fête for a church like Church of St Mary the Virgin? A chip van draws people in. If visitors are coming by train, the nearest station is Tadworth station, about 1.9 miles east. Within about 3 miles is the Surrey Hills National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we work to the site rules.
Here we cover the KT18 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Whether your event is on Tilley Lane, Cunliffe Close and Lee Green or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. For events just outside Headley, we cover Walton on the Hill (2 miles east), Tadworth (2 miles north-east), Box Hill (2 miles south), Lower Kingswood (3 miles east) and Kingswood (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (13 miles west), Woking (13 miles west), Epsom (4 miles north), Horley (9 miles south-east), Redhill (6 miles south-east) and Ewell (5 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Headley Court (0.5 miles north) and The Ashley Centre (3.3 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Box Hill and Reigate Heath.
Working with your venue
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Perfect for your event in Headley
It suits almost every visitor, from families to older visitors.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- School fairs and sports days
- Horse and dog shows
- Church fêtes
- Summer fairs
A school like St Andrew's Catholic School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
What to look for in a quote
- The cancellation terms
- How many hours the van serves
- When final numbers are due
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Planning the van’s spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Details of any power or water on site
- A level, firm pitch the van can drive onto
- Access that avoids crowds
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Headley
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
FAQs for Headley
Do you trade at school fairs around Headley?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Send us the date and where the van would go.
Is Headley too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What can visitors choose from?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
What happens if it rains?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
How much does a fish and chip van for your event cost in Headley?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Do you do anything other than fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
What a fish and chip van costs
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Distance and any road charges
- Any minimum charge
- How long we serve
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A photo of the space and the way in
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event for your event in Headley? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Places near Headley
More for events in Headley
What happens on the day
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we’re there in good time before you want to eat. Evening events in Headley have light until about 9:20pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your visitors.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Planning help
- 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