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Fish and chip van hire in Notting Dale, Greater London

A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van hire in Notting Dale.

  • Festive get-togethers
  • Big birthdays
  • Wakes and celebrations of life

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Fish and chip van hire in Notting Dale

Should I sort the food myself?

A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the event.

Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.

Fish and chip van hire in Notting Dale, cooked to order

Fish and chip van hire means the chip shop comes to you. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot and crisp. Typical bookings include weddings and evening receptions and staff thank-you lunches, with mushy peas, haddock and chips and sausage and chips.

In Notting Dale, the van might park on a drive, in a church car park or in a works yard. Tell us how the van gets in, and about any height barriers or narrow gates. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.

A retro food van with bunting parked in a street
Where
Notting Dale (W11, W10, W2)
County
Greater London
On the menu
Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
Sides
Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
Quotes
Ask us for a quote
Page updated
24 October 2026

Bringing the van to Notting Dale

Notting Dale is about 1 mile north of Kensington, in Greater London. Give us the address of your event in Notting Dale, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We take the van to all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.

Among the historic houses close to Notting Dale are Sambourne House (1.1 miles south-east) and Kensington Palace (1.2 miles south-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. If guests are travelling by rail, Shepherds Bush station is about 0.7 miles away.

For events in W11, W10 and W2, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. From Bard Road, Walmer Road and Sirdar Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Other places close to Notting Dale we cover include Notting Hill (1 mile south-east), White City (1 mile west), Kensal Town (1 mile north), North Kensington (1 mile north-west) and Holland Park (1 mile south). Further out, we also take the van to London (5 miles east), Marylebone (3 miles east), St Pancras (4 miles east), Shoreditch (6 miles east), Walthamstow (9 miles north-east) and Hoxton (6 miles east).

Other landmarks nearby include Montfichet's Tower (4.7 miles east) and Princess Louise Hospital (0.6 miles north-west). Within reach you will find Greville Place nature reserve and Campden Hill.

  • Local schools include Kensington Aldridge Academy (within half a mile west) and Maida Vale School (1.1 miles north-east)
  • Pubs nearby include The Elgin pub (within half a mile north-east)
  • Parks and local facilities nearby include Ladbroke Estate (under half a mile south-east) and Abdus Salam Library (1.8 miles south-east)
Map of Notting Dale © OpenStreetMap contributors

A closer look at the menu

Mushy peas

Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.

Sausage and chips

Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and it is a favourite with children.

Where the van can park in Notting Dale

The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:

  • Lighting nearby for evening events
  • A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
  • A spot near your guests

Notting Dale 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.

If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.

On the menu in Notting Dale

  • Curry sauce
  • Gravy
  • Cod and chips
  • Mushy peas
  • Haddock and chips
  • Chips
  • Sausage and chips
  • Pie and chips

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The process

We don’t cook ahead. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. By late September, sunset in Notting Dale is around 7:05pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:55pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.

  1. We start with a few details about your event.
  2. We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
  3. We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
  4. We cook to order on the day for your guests.
  5. We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.

Before we arrive

  • Plan where the queue will stand
  • Give us your final numbers and allergies
  • Give us a contact for the day

Getting a price

It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.

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Planning help

A chip van compared with other options

With a barbecue, somebody ends up cooking all afternoon. With a van, nobody misses the event. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We’ll send you a quote.

Why us?

  • Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
  • Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
  • Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
  • Fish and chips fried fresh on site

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What affects the price in Notting Dale

Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:

  • Cod, haddock or both
  • Travel, tolls and road charges
  • Access and parking
  • The number of meals

There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.

Details that help

You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:

  • A photo of the parking spot
  • Any dietary needs and allergies
  • Expected numbers
  • The address or venue name

Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can use our quote form.

Planning for dietary needs

A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:

  • Plan bins near the queue
  • Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
  • Send allergies to us in writing
  • Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet

On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We park, set up, fry and serve, and keep in touch with you about timings.

A string of bunting by the van makes a lovely photo.

For planners, venues and organisers

Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.

Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.

Common questions in Notting Dale

Can the van park in Emslie Horniman's Pleasance?

Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first.

What about parking in Notting Dale?

It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We will work around it.

How far ahead should we book?

The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.

Do we need to provide anything?

A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will take it from there.

How long does set-up take?

We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.

Can you go on a lawn or field?

That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.

How much space do you need?

Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.

What areas do you cover?

London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.

  • 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

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