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Fish and chip van hire in Green Cross, Surrey
We bring a fish and chip van to Green Cross and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Birthday celebrations
- Visits to care homes and day centres
Fish and chip van hire in Green Cross
How our fish and chip van hire works in Green Cross
Rain does not stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. It is a dependable choice for events in any season. Typical bookings include festive get-togethers and wakes and celebrations of life, serving pie and chips, curry sauce and cod and chips.
Somewhere like Green Cross, a yard or firm field frequently works. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Count children separately
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Confirm allergies by email
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Green Cross: your questions answered
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 Green Cross?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Does a chip van work for big events?
It depends on numbers and timings. Staggering groups and keeping the menu short both help.
Do you bring everything you need?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
Tell us your preference when you book and we’ll confirm the menu.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Green Cross?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we will reply with a price.
Is it a full meal?
Yes. Fish and chips with mushy peas is a full meal, and you can add your own cake or desserts.
Step by step
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. Late September evenings in Green Cross lose the light at about 7:05pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 4:00pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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What the van needs
If a spot isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
A fish and chip van in Green Cross: local details
Green Cross is about 5 miles south of Farnham, in Surrey. For events in Green Cross, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Green Cross is one of 395 places in Surrey where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 11 miles away.
A green space like The Flashes is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, normally the council’s. If you’re gathering after a service at a church like St John the Evangelist, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. Green Cross is within about 2 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
Events anywhere in GU10 start with a parking spot for the van. Nearby, we also serve events in Churt (1 mile west), Whitmoor Vale (1 mile south-west), Beacon Hill (1 mile south-east), Barford (1 mile south-west) and Crosswater (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (11 miles north-east), Woking (15 miles north-east), Camberley (14 miles north), Farnham (5 miles north), Frimley (12 miles north) and Haslemere (4 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Haslemere and District Hospital (3.8 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Gibbet Hill and Farnham Heath.
- Local pubs include Crossways Inn (0.7 miles west)
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
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.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Numbers
- The length of service
- How far we travel
- How easy the site is to reach
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It’s worth asking early.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- A picture of where the van would go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The venue or postcode
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Green Cross? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
Perfect for your event in Green Cross
It’s ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, with people coming up to the hatch as they please.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Green Cross, people book us for events such as:
- Staff lunches and team days
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Garden get-togethers
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as St John's CofE Aided Infant School, can book the van as a food stall.
Comparing caterers
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- A clear list of what’s included
- What happens if plans change
- When payment is due
A chip van compared with other options
Plated meals need a kitchen and a bigger team. A fish and chip van needs a level spot and permission to park, and the food is cooked to order. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why Green Cross hosts choose us
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Classic food your guests already know
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Bookings across Surrey, including Green Cross
Take a look at how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Towns and villages near Green Cross
More for events in Green Cross
- 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