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Fish and chip van hire in Crondall, Surrey
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your event in Crondall. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Care home visits
- Big birthdays
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Fish and chip van hire in Crondall
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
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.
How our fish and chip van hire works in Crondall
Fish and chips is generous food: big pieces of fish, crisp batter and a mountain of chips. It turns a meal into an occasion. We are often asked to cater summer garden parties and weddings, especially the evening, with curry sauce, gravy and sausage and chips.
In a hamlet or village like Crondall, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
About the food
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it is lovely with a pie.
Prices and what affects them
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The number of meals
- Parking and the way in
- How far we travel
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
What to tell us
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the van would park
- The venue or postcode
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Crondall?
Everyone knows what they’re getting.
Whatever the occasion in Crondall, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are frequently booked for:
- Milestone birthday parties
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Summer garden parties
Historic houses near Crondall include Farnham Castle (2.7 miles east). Historic venues frequently limit vehicles, so ask early if you are booking one.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The van’s size and access needs
Bringing the van to Crondall
Crondall is about 3 miles south of Fleet, in Surrey. Events in Crondall are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Crondall is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 12 miles away.
Churches such as Church of All Saints rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by usually does. PTAs at schools such as Crondall Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
We cover events in every part of the GU10 postcode area and the streets around it. Local streets include Church Street, The Borough and Glebe Road; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. For events just outside Crondall, we cover Redlands (1 mile north-east), Bowling Alley (1 mile north), Dora's Green (1 mile east), Warren Corner (1 mile east) and Mill Lane (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Guildford (12 miles east), Woking (14 miles north-east), Camberley (9 miles north-east), Farnham (3 miles south-east), Frimley (8 miles north-east) and Haslemere (12 miles south-east).
A little further out are Museum of Farnham (2.8 miles south-east) and Hart Shopping Centre (3.4 miles north). Open spaces near Crondall include Beacon Hill and Aunt's Pool.
- Schools near Crondall include St Nicholas' School (1.3 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Plume Of Feathers Public House (within half a mile west)
Places near Crondall
What else we do in Crondall
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
- Plan bins near the queue
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We arrive in good time, set up, cook and serve, and stay in touch about any changes.
Tell people when the van opens, so they do not miss out.
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Crondall
We are gathering after a service at Church of All Saints: can you come?
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 normally elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
Is Crondall too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
Cod or haddock?
Both are on our menu; tell us which you’d like for your event.
Organising for someone else?
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Before you choose a spot
We will be honest if a spot will not work. What matters most:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Cod and chips
How the day works
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. By late September, sunset in Crondall is around 7:05pm, and in December it is nearer 4:00pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- First, tell us 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.
Before we arrive
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use 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