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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Lingfield Common, Surrey
Fish and chip van for events in Lingfield Common: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Festivals
- Fundraisers
- School summer fairs
Fish and chip van for events for Lingfield Common events
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Lingfield Common
When there is hot food, people stay longer, which is good for every other stall. Whether it’s village fêtes and school fairs and sports days, we will put together a menu of chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips for your guests.
A fête near Lingfield Common might be on a field with no mains power; let us know and we’ll plan for it. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
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Other occasions in Lingfield Common
Planning for dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Agree the terms in writing
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Share pitch details
- Give us an idea of numbers
Agree a wet-weather pitch on hard standing in case the ground is soft.
Tables and seating nearby help families eat.
What a fish and chip van costs
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Distance and any road charges
- Cod, haddock or both
- Service time
- How many people are eating
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- A photo of the parking spot
- The date and when you’d like to eat
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Lingfield Common
Can the van park in Lingfield Wildlife Area?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them first.
Is Lingfield Common close to London?
Roughly 22 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you pay a pitch fee?
We’ll talk it through when you send the details, and we’ll find something that works.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Do you cover Lingfield Common?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Lingfield Common and across Surrey. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
What do you need on the pitch?
Send us the pitch details, and we’ll confirm.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is usually simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Event catering near Lingfield Common
Lingfield Common is about 4 miles north of East Grinstead, in Surrey. In and around Lingfield Common, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. We take the van to 395 places across Surrey. Our nearest city page is London, about 22 miles away.
Running a fête for a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul? A chip van draws people in. For visitors coming by rail, the closest railway station is Lingfield station, roughly 0.8 miles south-east of the centre. Events in and around the High Weald National Landscape, within about 7 miles of Lingfield Common, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we work to the site rules.
This part of Surrey takes in RH7, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. From Lingfield Common Road, Nursery Gardens and Godstone Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. For events just outside Lingfield Common, we cover Lingfield (1 mile south-east), Blindley Heath (2 miles north-west), Felcourt (2 miles south), Dormansland (2 miles south-east) and Newchapel (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Epsom (15 miles north-west), Horley (6 miles west), Redhill (7 miles north-west), Ewell (15 miles north-west), Reigate (9 miles north-west) and Caterham (8 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Queen Victoria Hospital (3.5 miles south) and Haxted Watermill Museum (2.2 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Hedgecourt Lake and Bay Pond.
- Nearby schools include Lingfield College (1.3 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Old Cage Public House (0.7 miles south)
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Most events have a burger van. Fish and chips adds variety. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why book our van in Lingfield Common
- We cover Lingfield Common and the whole of Surrey
- Classic food your visitors already know
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
For event organisers in Lingfield Common
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Hosting at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
Perfect for your event in Lingfield Common
Rain does not stop the fryers.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Festivals
- Club open days
- School summer fairs
Events in parks such as Lingfield Wildlife Area need permission from the council or landowner, and the van needs a firm route onto the pitch.
Comparing caterers
- The deadline for final numbers
- The deposit and payment dates
- VAT, if it applies
- What the price includes, item by item
Step by step
You do not need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your event. The frying and serving are down to us. For an evening event in Lingfield Common, sunset is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Share the timings for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
Where the van can park in Lingfield Common
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that does not block walkways
- A back-up spot if the ground is soft
- A level, firm pitch the van can drive onto
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- 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