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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Snaresbrook, Greater London
We bring a fish and chip van for your event across Snaresbrook and Greater London, cooking to order on site.
- Village fêtes
- Sports days
- Feeding event crew
A chip van near Snaresbrook
Planning the van’s spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
- Somewhere firm if it rains
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
Snaresbrook 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 in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
Fish and chip van for events in Snaresbrook, cooked to order
We bring the van and everything we need to cook, so we need little help from busy volunteers. Typical bookings include festivals and charity fundraisers and community events, with curry sauce, cod and chips and chips.
In Snaresbrook, a chip van suits school fairs and street parties. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Location
- Snaresbrook (E18, E11, E17)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Any minimum charge
- How long we serve
- Parking and the way in
- Your choice of menu
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A picture of where the van would go
- The address or venue name
- The date and time of the event
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Who books fish and chip van for events in Snaresbrook?
It suits almost every visitor, from families to older visitors.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Snaresbrook, people book us for occasions like:
- Music and food festivals
- Sports tournaments
- Fundraisers
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of St Peter in the Forest, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
Comparing caterers
- Allergen information for each item
- The van’s size and access needs
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- When payment is due
A chip van compared with other options
Compared with a barbecue run by volunteers, a chip van frees your helpers. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
Why book our van in Snaresbrook
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Something for visitors to gather round
- Classic food your visitors already know
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
FAQs for Snaresbrook
What’s the nearest station to Snaresbrook?
The closest is Wood Street station, roughly 0.7 miles away.
Do you trade at school fairs around Snaresbrook?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your visitors, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
What does the pitch need?
A firm pitch with space for a queue. Mention any power or water.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few visitors with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Share pitch details
- Tell us about any school or event allergy policies
- Plan crew and volunteer food times
Agree a wet-weather pitch on hard standing.
Put the van near the entrance or the tea tent.
About the food
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
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How it works
Here’s how the day normally runs: we arrive, park up and set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and we serve hot from the hatch when you’re ready to eat. For an evening event in Snaresbrook, sunset is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Organisers send us the event, the dates and the pitch details.
- We confirm availability, our pitch needs and anything the event asks for.
- We set up before the gates open.
- We cook fresh and serve through the day.
- At the end, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Get a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and you will get a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Snaresbrook events: pitches and permissions
Snaresbrook is about 1 mile south-west of Woodford, in Greater London. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Snaresbrook and the surrounding area. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 8 miles away.
For visitors coming by rail, Wood Street station is about 0.7 miles away. PTAs at schools such as Forest School often want one reliable hot-food stall.
For events in E18, E11 and E17, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. We can serve an event on streets such as Eagle Lane, High Street and Sylvan Road, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Main roads around Snaresbrook include the A1199, so getting the van to your event is simple. Nearby, we also serve events in Upper Walthamstow (1 mile west), South Woodford (1 mile north-east), Wanstead (1 mile south-east), Walthamstow Village (1 mile west) and Leytonstone (1 mile south). Further out, we also take the van to London (8 miles south-west), City of Westminster (9 miles south-west), Marylebone (8 miles south-west), Kensington (11 miles south-west), St Pancras (7 miles south-west) and Shoreditch (6 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Wanstead Hospital (0.5 miles east) and Walthamstow Pump House Museum (2.2 miles west). The countryside around Snaresbrook includes Hollow Pond and Ainslie Wood.
- Nearby schools include Snaresbrook Primary School (less than half a mile east) and Leytonstone School (0.9 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The George Inn (0.6 miles north-east)
- Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Walthamstow (1.2 miles west)
- 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