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Fish and chip van hire in Dagenham Green, Greater London
We bring a fish and chip van to Dagenham Green and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Evening wedding food
- Care home visits
Fresh fish and chips in Dagenham Green
Fish and chip van hire around Dagenham Green
Dagenham Green is about 1 mile south-west of Dagenham, in Greater London. In and around Dagenham Green, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. Dagenham Green is one of 764 places in Greater London where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Dagenham Green to London (11 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Dagenham Dock station is in Dagenham Green itself. Nearby historic houses include Rainham Hall (1.9 miles east) and Eastbury Manor House (2.2 miles west). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you are booking one.
For events in RM9, RM10 and RM13, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. From New Road, Link Road and Ripple Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. We also bring the van to events in Dagenham Dock (1 mile south-west), Beam Park (1 mile east), Hornchurch Marshes (1 mile south-east), Dagenham (1 mile north-east) and Castle Green (1 mile west). Further out, we also take the van to London (11 miles west), City of Westminster (13 miles west), Marylebone (13 miles west), Kensington (15 miles west), St Pancras (12 miles west) and Shoreditch (10 miles west).
Nearby you will also find River (under half a mile south-east) and Barking Community Hospital (2.3 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Scrattons Eco Park.
- Nearby schools include Dagenham Park Community School (0.5 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include Cross Keys pub (1 mile north-east)
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Dagenham Green
Fish and chips is generous food: crisp batter, flaky fish and plenty of chips. It turns a meal into an occasion. Typical bookings include summer garden parties and weddings, especially the evening, serving mushy peas, cod and chips and curry sauce.
Streets in Dagenham Green are often tight, so a drive, yard or car park is typically simplest. Send us a picture of the spot. Timings are planned around your event, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- Dagenham Green (RM9, RM10, RM13)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Ordering a takeaway for a crowd means long waits and food that cools on the journey. The van cooks right there, so the batter is still crisp. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Why book with us
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Classic food your guests already know
Take a look at our pricing or what a fish and chip van costs.
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Where the van can park in Dagenham Green
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A short walk from the party
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Confirmation that the van can park there
As a London location, Dagenham Green is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
How the day works
On the day, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule. Evenings in Dagenham Green stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; after dark, the queue and the path to the van need good lighting.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or RM9 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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Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
Fish and chips is best eaten right away, so we cook as people come up to the hatch.
A string of bunting by the van makes a lovely photo.
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How we price a fish and chip van
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- The number of meals
- How easy the site is to reach
- The date and time of year
- How far we travel
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We will send you a quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where the van would go
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Dagenham Green
We are gathering after a service at St Martin's Church: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Can the van park in Parsloes Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can you feed a lot of people?
Often, yes. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will tell you honestly how service will work.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Do you cover Dagenham Green?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Dagenham Green is within our area. To check your date, use our quote form.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
How long will the queue be?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
- 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