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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Stoke D'Abernon
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your event in Stoke D'Abernon and the surrounding area.
- Fundraisers
- School fairs and sports days
- Sports tournaments
Book the van in Stoke D'Abernon
About our fish and chip van for events in Stoke D'Abernon
The van is self-sufficient on the pitch, so we need little help from busy volunteers. We’re often asked to cater feeding event crew and country shows, with curry sauce, haddock and chips and chips.
At a fête or show near Stoke D'Abernon, we can bring hot food to a field. Ground and access matter, so tell us about them. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Community events around Stoke D'Abernon
Stoke D'Abernon is about 3 miles north-west of Leatherhead, in Surrey. We take a fish and chip van for your event to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Stoke D'Abernon and nearby villages. Stoke D'Abernon is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 10 miles away.
Running a fête for a church like Church of St Mary? A chip van draws people in. For anyone arriving by train, Stoke D'Abernon has its own station, Cobham & Stoke Dabernon station. Events in and around the Surrey Hills National Landscape, within about 6 miles of Stoke D'Abernon, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
This part of Surrey takes in KT11. Whether your event is on Station Road, Stoke Close and Vincent Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. If your venue is just outside Stoke D'Abernon, we also cover Cobham (1 mile north-west), Oxshott (1 mile north-east), Pachesham Park (2 miles east), West End (3 miles north) and Malden Rushett (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (10 miles south-west), Woking (8 miles west), Camberley (15 miles west), Epsom (5 miles east), Horley (14 miles south-east) and Redhill (11 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Epsom Cottage Hospital (3.9 miles east) and Elmbridge Museum (3.5 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Claremont Lake and Jubilee Wood.
- Nearby schools include St Andrew's CofE Primary School (1.2 miles north-west) and Therfield School (2.4 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Old Plough pub (within half a mile south-west)
What comes out of the fryer
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan.
Space, access and the venue
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Agreement from the site for a catering van
- Somewhere firm if it rains
- What’s available on the pitch
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
Occasions we serve in Stoke D'Abernon
Organisers book a chip van because it is one of the most popular stalls at any fête.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Feeding event crew
- Horse and dog shows
- Charity fundraisers and community events
PTAs at schools such as Parkside School often want one reliable hot-food stall.
Before booking anyone
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Any minimum charge
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- What they can offer for dietary needs
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Cakes and sandwiches are popular, but hot food is a draw when it is cool. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We’ll send you a quote.
Why book with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A clear quote before booking
- Something for visitors to gather round
- Quick service from the hatch
FAQs for Stoke D'Abernon
Which station is closest to Stoke D'Abernon?
Stoke D'Abernon has its own station: Cobham & Stoke Dabernon station.
How far is Stoke D'Abernon from London?
Roughly 18 miles from the centre of London.
Can you come to a school event?
We do. We’ll agree access before the children arrive.
What are the terms for events?
Tell us how your event typically works with traders, and we’ll find something that works.
What do you need on the pitch?
Send us the pitch details, and we’ll confirm.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
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DIY versus a fish and chip van
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the event.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
The process
Because we cook inside the van, rain does not stop us. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. Summer events in Stoke D'Abernon have daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer and about 7:05pm by late September, which helps evening trading. For winter events, dark by about 3:55pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your visitors.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Share the timings for the day
Getting a price
Send us the date, the address or KT11 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and you’ll get a clear price. To get started, use our quote form.
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Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
What affects the price in Stoke D'Abernon
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The length of service
- Whether a minimum applies
- Access and parking
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Still finalising the details? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: fill in 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