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Fish and chip van hire in Brockham, Surrey
Looking for a fish and chip van in Brockham? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Weddings and evening receptions
Planning an event in Brockham?
Questions from Brockham
Do you come to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can the van park in Brockham Limeworks?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them first.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
Is grass a problem?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we will advise.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
Both are on our menu; we’ll agree the choice when we quote.
Can you feed plenty of people?
It can be. Give us your numbers and service time, and we will plan it with you.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Brockham
Rain does not stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. It is a dependable choice for events in any season. Whether it’s wakes and gatherings after a funeral and christmas parties, we can cook haddock and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas.
In a rural place like Brockham, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Let us know about access and ground conditions. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and handed over as soon as it’s ready.
What the van needs
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A spot near your guests
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
How it works
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Once we are hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Brockham, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- 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.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or RH3 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. To get started, use our quote form.
Planning help
Nearby places to Brockham
Other occasions in Brockham
What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How many people are eating
- Your choice of menu
- The date and time of year
- Whether a minimum applies
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.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Bringing the van to Brockham
Brockham is about 2 miles east of Dorking, in Surrey. We take a fish and chip van to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Brockham and the surrounding area. Brockham is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Brockham to Guildford (about 13 miles away).
PTAs at schools such as North Downs Primary School often look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. If you are gathering after a service at a church like Christ Church, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 2 miles of Brockham. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
Events anywhere in RH3 start with a parking spot for the van. That could mean an event at a home on Holly Close, Nutwood Avenue and Kiln Lane, wherever the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Betchworth (1 mile north-east), Strood Green (1 mile south), Box Hill (1 mile north), Buckland (1 mile east) and Bunce Common (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Guildford (13 miles west), Woking (14 miles north-west), Epsom (7 miles north), Horley (6 miles south-east), Redhill (5 miles east) and Ewell (8 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Reigate Priory Museum (3.3 miles east) and Headley Court (3.9 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Reigate Heath and Box Hill.
- Local schools include The Ashcombe School (2.1 miles west)
- Local pubs include Inn on The Green (less than half a mile south-west)
- Other local spots include Pippbrook House (1.9 miles west)
A chip van compared with other options
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and normally costs more per head. A van needs only a level spot and permission to park, and the food is cooked to order. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book our van in Brockham
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Quick service from the hatch
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Planning for dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Confirm allergies by email
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
Once everyone is fed, we pack up, leaving the pitch tidy.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
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.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and children love it.
Occasions we serve in Brockham
Everyone knows what they’re getting, which takes the worry out of feeding a mixed crowd.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Brockham book the van for events such as:
- Birthday celebrations
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Staff lunches and team days
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Betchworth station, about 1.1 miles north-east.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Whether there’s a minimum
- When payment is due
- 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