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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Shillinglee, Surrey
Planning a fish and chip van for your event in Shillinglee? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Horse and dog shows
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Sports club events and race days
Fish and chip van for events for Shillinglee events
What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Space for a queue away from paths
- Information about power and water
- A clear route onto the pitch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Shillinglee
The van is self-sufficient on the pitch, so we need little help from busy volunteers. We serve haddock and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for country shows and sports tournaments.
A fête near Shillinglee might be on a field with no mains power; let us know and we will plan for it. We cook inside the van, right where your visitors are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Most events have a burger van. Fish and chips adds variety. Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Why Shillinglee hosts choose us
- No surprises in your quote
- Events in Shillinglee and across Surrey
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Quick service from the hatch
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Event catering near Shillinglee
Shillinglee is about 12 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. Shillinglee is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Shillinglee is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Shillinglee to Guildford (about 12 miles away).
Events in and around the Surrey Hills National Landscape, within about 6 miles of Shillinglee, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
We serve events across the GU8 postcode area. Nearby, we also serve events in Ramsnest Common (1 mile north-west), Northchapel (2 miles south-west), Ansteadbrook (2 miles west), Ebernoe (3 miles south) and Lurgashall (4 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (12 miles north), Farnham (12 miles north-west), Haslemere (4 miles west), Cranleigh (7 miles north-east), Ash (12 miles north) and Godalming (7 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Haslemere and District Hospital (3.8 miles west). Open spaces near Shillinglee include Shillinglee Lake and Blackdown.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Shillinglee
What’s the nearest station to Shillinglee?
The closest is Witley station, roughly 3.8 miles away.
Is Shillinglee close to London?
Roughly 37 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Where do you take the van?
We take the van across London and the South East, Surrey included. See all areas.
Do you pay a pitch fee?
Tell us how your event generally works with traders, and we’ll find something that works.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
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.
Who books fish and chip van for events in Shillinglee?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Shillinglee, people book us for occasions like:
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Sports club events and race days
- Agricultural and country shows
- Summer fairs
For visitors coming by rail, Witley station, about 3.8 miles north, is the nearest station.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each item
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payment is due
Places near Shillinglee
What else we do in Shillinglee
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Ask traders for allergen information to display
- Agree who removes waste
- Agree the terms in writing
- Agree when volunteers will eat
Bins near the van help keep the site tidy.
Pre-sold meal tickets can help at fundraisers.
What a fish and chip van costs
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- How long we serve
- The day of the week
- How many people are eating
- The menu and how many choices
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Your date and serving time
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A photo of the space and the way in
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
How it works
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. In Shillinglee, a midsummer event stays light until about 9:20pm, but by late September the light goes at about 7:05pm.
- Organisers send us the event, the dates and the pitch details.
- We confirm the date, what we need on the pitch and any documents.
- On the day, we arrive and set up our pitch.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch through the event.
- We clear the pitch when the event closes.
Before we arrive
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
Related guides
- 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