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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Ivybridge, Greater London
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your event in Ivybridge and across Greater London.
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Horse and dog shows
- Village fêtes
Fish and chip van for events in Ivybridge
Ivybridge events: pitches and permissions
Ivybridge is about 1 mile south-east of Hounslow, in Greater London. Whether your event is in the middle of Ivybridge or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We serve all 764 towns and villages across Greater London. We serve events right across the region, from Ivybridge to London (about 11 miles away).
An event in Inwood Park means agreeing traders and vehicle routes with the landowner, normally the council. If visitors are coming by train, the closest railway station is Twickenham station, roughly 0.8 miles south-east of the centre.
Events anywhere in TW7, TW1 and TW2 start with a parking spot for the van. From Hall Road, Rugby Road and Mogden Lane or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Close by, we cover events in Hounslow (1 mile north-west), Woodlands (1 mile north), Twickenham (1 mile south), Isleworth (1 mile north-east) and St Margarets (1 mile east). Further out, we also take the van to London (11 miles east), City of Westminster (9 miles north-east), Marylebone (9 miles north-east), Kensington (7 miles north-east), St Pancras (11 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (12 miles east).
A little further out are Treaty Centre (1.2 miles north-west) and Museum of Army Music (0.6 miles south-west). The countryside around Ivybridge includes Richmond Hill and Garden Lake.
- Schools near Ivybridge include The Richmond upon Thames School (0.5 miles south) and Royal Military School of Music (0.6 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include Duke of Cambridge pub (0.6 miles south-west)
- Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Heston and Isleworth (0.8 miles north-west)
How our fish and chip van for events works in Ivybridge
The van is self-sufficient on the pitch, so we need little help from busy volunteers. Whether it is school fairs and sports days and church fêtes and fish and chip suppers, we will put together a menu of curry sauce, cod and chips and mushy peas for your guests.
In Ivybridge, a chip van suits school fairs and street parties, once the permissions are in place. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do before you book.
- Location
- Ivybridge (TW7, TW1, TW2)
- Region
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Where the van can park in Ivybridge
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
- Information about power and water
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
Ivybridge is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
Occasions we serve in Ivybridge
It keeps people on site for longer.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Community open days
- Village fêtes
- Sports club events and race days
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
A school like Chase Bridge Primary School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
What your quote should include
- How allergens are handled
- The deadline for final numbers
- Any minimum charge
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Offer a choice of traders where you can
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
Crew food is served at the agreed time.
A sign at the entrance tells visitors hot food is available.
Common questions in Ivybridge
Which station is closest to Ivybridge?
Twickenham station, about 0.8 miles south-east of the centre.
Can the van park in Inwood Park?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We will talk it through when we quote.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac visitors and we’ll explain the options.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
What are the terms for events?
We’ll talk it through when you send the details, and we will agree terms.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
One good hot-food van can be enough at a smaller event. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We’ll send you a quote.
Why us?
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Quick service from the hatch
- All the chip-shop extras
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Also near Ivybridge
What else we do in Ivybridge
What happens on the day
The first sign we’ve arrived is generally the smell, about the time the first visitors wander across. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. Summer events in Ivybridge have daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer and about 7:05pm by late September, so evening trading typically finishes in daylight in high summer. Winter fairs, dark by about 3:55pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- You send us the event details and pitch information.
- We confirm the date, what we need on the pitch and any documents.
- On the day, we arrive and set up our pitch.
- We cook fresh and serve through the day.
- At the end, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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For planners, venues and organisers
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Ivybridge? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
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.
What a fish and chip van costs
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The menu and how many choices
- Numbers
- Parking and the way in
Larger groups generally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where the event is
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The date and time of the event
- The spot you have in mind for the van
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
- 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