Greater London · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire in Elm Park
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van in Elm Park.
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Birthday celebrations
Book the van in Elm Park
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Elm Park
There’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. It needs a level, firm spot to park and a clear way in, which most drives, car parks and yards can offer. For wakes and celebrations of life and big birthdays, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, pie and chips and cod and chips and more.
Around Elm Park, most London bookings are at homes with a drive, workplaces with a car park, schools and halls. The thing to plan is where the van stops, so tell us about driveways, parking bays or a council suspension when you ask for a quote. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
- Where
- Elm Park (RM12, RM13)
- County
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Tell us how many children are coming
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We park, set up, fry and serve, and stay in touch about any changes.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
Planning a chip van in Elm Park
Elm Park is about 2 miles south of Romford, in Greater London. For events in Elm Park, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Elm Park is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 13 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, Emerson Park station is about 1.7 miles away. PTAs at schools such as Elm Park Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
Events anywhere in RM12 and RM13 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. From Park Lane, Wood Lane and Carfax Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Neighbouring places where we serve events include South Hornchurch (1 mile south-west), Rush Green (2 miles north-west), Dagenham (2 miles west), Romford (2 miles north) and Rainham (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as London (13 miles west), City of Westminster (15 miles west), Marylebone (15 miles west), St Pancras (14 miles west), Shoreditch (12 miles west) and Walthamstow (10 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find St George's Hospital (0.9 miles east) and Hornchurch Urban District (1.5 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include The Chase Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College (0.5 miles north-east)
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
The process
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we have agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. By late September, sunset in Elm Park is around 7:05pm, and in December it is nearer 3:50pm. For anything after that, plan lights for 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.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Name one person we can call on the day
Ask for a quote
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Elm Park, and we will check the date and send a price.
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Planning the van’s spot
If a spot is not suitable, we will tell you. What matters most:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
Elm Park is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Elm Park
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Elm Park
Which station is closest to Elm Park?
Emerson Park station, about 1.7 miles north-east of the centre.
Could you trade in Harrow Lodge Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before booking.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Elm Park?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we will reply with a price.
What can guests choose from?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Where do you take the van?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Elm Park.
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 it’s crisp when it is handed over. Larger groups usually cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why Elm Park hosts choose us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Something for guests to gather round
- No surprises in your quote
- Quick service from the hatch
Read our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
What affects the price in Elm Park
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Any minimum charge
- Cod, haddock or both
- How far we travel
- The day of the week
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Where the van would park
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Nearby places to Elm Park
Also in Elm Park
Perfect for your event in Elm Park
Fish and chips suits nearly every crowd, from children to grandparents. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Christmas parties
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Staff lunches and team days
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Churches such as St Nicholas Church rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by generally does.
Questions to ask before you book
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- How late numbers can change
- Whether VAT is included
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Elm Park? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
- 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