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Fish and chip van hire in Burgh Heath, Surrey
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Fish and chip van hire in Burgh Heath.
- Christmas parties
- Care home visits
- Evening wedding food
A chip van near Burgh Heath
Fish and chip van hire around Burgh Heath
Burgh Heath is about 3 miles south-east of Epsom, in Surrey. Burgh Heath is well within our area, so your event just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We serve all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Burgh Heath to London (14 miles away).
Coming by train? Kingswood station is about 1 mile away. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Aberdour School, can book the van as a food stall. Burgh Heath is within about 6 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
We cover events in every part of the KT20 postcode area. That could mean an event at a home on Brighton Road, Heathdene and Can Hatch or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Close by, we cover events in Great Burgh (1 mile west), Nork (1 mile north), Tattenham Corner (1 mile west), Epsom Downs (2 miles north-west) and Langley Vale (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Woking (15 miles west), Epsom (3 miles north-west), Horley (9 miles south), Redhill (5 miles south-east), Ewell (4 miles north-west) and Reigate (5 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include The Ashley Centre (2.8 miles north-west) and Walton on the Hill (2.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Colley Hill and Cuddington Meadows.
- Local schools include The Beacon School (0.5 miles north) and Shawley Community Primary School (0.7 miles west)
- Nearby, you’ll find Kingswood Arms (0.9 miles south)
Fish and chip van hire in Burgh Heath, fried fresh
You can keep it simple or plan it carefully: a van that serves as people arrive, or service at a set time. We’ll recommend what fits. For christmas parties and evening wedding food, we can cook pie and chips, cod and chips and curry sauce and more.
In a rural place like Burgh Heath, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Let us know about access and ground conditions. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
Perfect for your event in Burgh Heath
There’s no kitchen needed, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where other catering struggles.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Burgh Heath book the van for occasions like:
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Company team days
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Festive get-togethers
Churches such as St Mary's rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by typically does.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- How allergens are handled
- The cancellation terms
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers, especially with curry sauce.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and there is nothing warming on a chilly day. Fish and chips is fried to order and served hot. Larger groups normally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What you get with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Classic food your guests already know
- A clear quote before booking
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Step by step
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, park on the agreed spot, and cook and serve without fuss. Planning an evening event in Burgh Heath? Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; after dark, the queue and the path to the van need good lighting.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Allergies and dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
Keep the menu short and the queue moves quickly, especially when everyone wants to eat at once.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
Common questions in Burgh Heath
Can the van go to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Do you come out to small places like Burgh Heath?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Cod or haddock?
We serve cod and haddock; we will agree the choice when we quote.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we will tell you what we can offer.
Is grass a problem?
Normally, if it is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Working with your venue
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Places near Burgh Heath
What else we do in Burgh Heath
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Burgh Heath
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- 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