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Fish and chip van hire in Coombe, Greater London
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van in Coombe.
- Care home visits
- Festive get-togethers
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
Fish and chip van hire in Coombe
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Coombe
Fish and chips is the meal almost everyone in Britain knows and likes. It’s why a chip van suits so many occasions. Popular choices include haddock and chips, gravy and cod and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater fish and chip days at care homes and birthday celebrations.
Around Coombe, most London bookings are at homes with a drive, workplaces with a car park, schools and halls. Parking is the main thing to plan, so tell us about driveways, parking bays or a council suspension when you ask for a quote. We serve from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
- Where
- Coombe (CR0, CR2, CR9)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and nothing’s hot on a cool evening. A chip van cooks to order and serves hot. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
Why Coombe hosts choose us
- Events in Coombe and across Greater London
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
Questions from Coombe
Can you serve after a service at Church Hall United Reformed Church Of St Paul?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Send us the address.
What about parking in Coombe?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We’ll plan around it.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before you book.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
We arrive with the van, fry everything to order, and serve at the time you want.
Is it a full meal?
Yes. A portion of fish, chips and peas is a proper meal.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Coombe?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Coombe?
People book a chip van because it is food and a bit of fun at once. The van becomes a focal point, and the food is hot and plentiful.
Whatever the occasion in Coombe, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Big birthdays
- Visits to care homes and day centres
If you are gathering after a service at a church like Church Hall United Reformed Church Of St Paul, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is included
- How allergens are handled
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How many hours the van serves
For event organisers in Coombe
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Nearby places to Coombe
Also in Coombe
What comes out of the fryer
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Should I sort the food myself?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
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 you get to enjoy the day.
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Your choice of menu
- How far we travel
- The date and time of year
- Parking and the way in
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The venue or postcode
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Allergies and diets you know about
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
Coombe: venues, parking and local tips
Coombe is about 1 mile east of Croydon, in Greater London. Give us the address of your event in Coombe, and we will plan access and set-up. Coombe is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we bring the van. You can also see our page for London, about 9 miles away.
Thinking of using Addington Hills? Parks generally need the owner’s permission, often the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Coombe Wood School, can book the van as a food stall.
Events anywhere in CR0, CR2 and CR9 start with a parking spot for the van. Whether your event is on Oaks Road, Coombe Road and Coombe Lane or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. If your venue is just outside Coombe, we also cover Croydon (1 mile west), Addiscombe (1 mile north), South Croydon (1 mile south-west), Shirley Oaks (1 mile north-east) and Shirley (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (9 miles north), City of Westminster (11 miles north), Marylebone (11 miles north), Kensington (11 miles north-west), St Pancras (11 miles north) and Shoreditch (11 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Addiscombe (1.3 miles north) and National Psychosis Unit (2.1 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Bramley Bank and Duppas Hill.
- Nearby schools include Royal Russell School (under half a mile south) and St Peter's Primary School (0.9 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include Coombe Lodge pub (under half a mile south-west)
Planning the van’s spot
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
Coombe 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.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Coombe
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Pie and chips
What happens on the day
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, which we agree with you beforehand. Planning an evening event in Coombe? Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; once it is dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo 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 guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Ensure the van can get in
Getting a price
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can fill in our quote form.
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