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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Oxted, Surrey
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your event makes the food a highlight of your event in Oxted.
- Sports days
- Feeding event crew
- Village fêtes
A chip van near Oxted
About our fish and chip van for events in Oxted
Send us the event details and the pitch information, and we’ll let you know if we’re available. For food for volunteers and fish and chip supper nights, we will put together a menu of chips, curry sauce and cod and chips for your guests.
Summer fairs around Oxted are frequently run by volunteers, so a self-sufficient van helps. We cook inside the van, right where your visitors are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
Common questions in Oxted
Do you trade at school fairs around Oxted?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Is Oxted close to London?
About 18 miles from central London.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance.
Can you cater for allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we will give you the allergen information.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for visitors.
Do you come to Oxted?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Oxted is within our area and the rest of Surrey. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
What does the van need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
Can you cater for helpers?
Yes, alongside public trading or on its own.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Oxted?
Hot food keeps families around for longer.
These are some of the bookings we take in Oxted and Surrey:
- Agricultural and country shows
- Feeding event crew
- School fairs and sports days
- Music and food festivals
For anyone arriving by train, Hurst Green station is about 0.5 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- What happens if plans change
- A clear list of what’s included
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- How late numbers can change
What affects the price in Oxted
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Numbers
- Access and parking
- Your choice of menu
- The minimum booking
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Where the event is
- Expected numbers
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A photo of the parking spot
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
How it works
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. For an evening event in Oxted, sunset is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- Organisers send us the event, the dates and the pitch details.
- You get our pitch needs and a quick answer on availability.
- We arrive at the agreed time and set up on the pitch.
- We cook fresh and serve through the day.
- At the end, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Ensure the van can get in
- Have a level parking spot ready
Getting a price
Planning a fish and chip van for your event in Oxted? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
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About the food
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Where the van can park in Oxted
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A clear route onto the pitch
- A hard-standing or firm grass pitch
- Information about power and water
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Nearby places to Oxted
Also in Oxted
Community events around Oxted
Oxted is about 7 miles east of Redhill, in Surrey. From the centre of Oxted to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Oxted is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 18 miles away.
Running a fête for a church like St Agatha's Hall? A chip van draws people in. PTAs at schools such as Hazelwood School frequently want one reliable hot-food stall.
Events anywhere in RH8 start with a parking spot for the van. That could mean an event at a home on Station Road West, Station Road East and High Street or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Oxted sits on or near the A25, which makes travel to your event easy. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Hurst Green (1 mile south), Limpsfield (1 mile north-east), Pains-Hill (1 mile east), Tandridge (2 miles south-west) and The Chart (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Epsom (13 miles north-west), Horley (9 miles south-west), Redhill (7 miles west), Ewell (13 miles north-west), Reigate (9 miles west) and Caterham (5 miles north-west).
A little further out are Bletchingley Castle (4.6 miles west) and East Surrey Museum (4 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Bay Pond and Botley Hill.
- Schools near Oxted include Hurst Green Infant School (0.7 miles south-east) and Oxted School (0.7 miles north)
A chip van compared with other options
Cold food stalls are fine on a hot day, but hot food is a draw when it is cool. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
Why Oxted hosts choose us
- Quick service from the hatch
- Classic food your visitors already know
- Something for visitors to gather round
- We cover Oxted and the whole of Surrey
See our pricing or the cost guide.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Agree when volunteers will eat
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
- Send us the pitch size and ground conditions
Plan where the queue forms.
Tables and seating nearby help families eat.
- 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