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Fish and chip van hire in Osidge, Greater London
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van turns food into part of your event in Osidge.
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Christmas parties
- Fish and chip days at care homes
Planning an event in Osidge?
Fish and chip van hire in Osidge, cooked to order
If the van can park there, we can fry there: a drive, a car park, a yard, a showground or a firm lawn. Whether it’s christmas parties and village fêtes and school fairs, we can cook mushy peas, haddock and chips and pie and chips.
In a London neighbourhood like Osidge, the van usually parks on a drive, in a car park or yard, or on a street with the right permission. Parking is the main thing to plan, so tell us about driveways, parking bays or a council suspension when you ask for a quote. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Location
- Osidge (N14, EN4, N11)
- County
- Greater London
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Questions from Osidge
What about parking in Osidge?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We will plan around it.
Which station is closest to Osidge?
The closest is Oakleigh Park station, roughly 1 mile away.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
The van comes to you, cook fresh on site, and serve when you are ready to eat.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
It is a full meal on its own. You can add your own desserts if you like.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Children usually love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
What do you bring?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Before you choose a spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- A spot near your guests
Osidge is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
Also in Osidge
Osidge: venues, parking and local tips
Osidge is about 2 miles south-east of Barnet, in Greater London. In and around Osidge, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. Osidge is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 10 miles away.
A green space like Oak Hill Park is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, normally the council’s. For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Oakleigh Park station, roughly 1 mile west of the centre.
We serve events across the N14, EN4 and N11 postcode area. From Dene Road, Farm Lane and Byre Road or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Osidge sits on or near the A111, so getting the van to your event is simple. If your venue is just outside Osidge, we also cover Southgate (1 mile south-east), East Barnet (1 mile west), Brunswick Park (1 mile south-west), Oakwood (1 mile north-east) and Whetstone (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (10 miles south), City of Westminster (8 miles south), Marylebone (8 miles south), Kensington (10 miles south), St Pancras (8 miles south) and Shoreditch (8 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Coppetts Wood Hospital (2.3 miles south) and East Barnet Urban District (1 mile north-west). Green spaces nearby include Darland's Lake and Barfield Allotments Nature Park.
- Schools near Osidge include Ashmole Academy (within half a mile south-east) and Salcombe School (less than half a mile north-east)
- Local pubs include The Osidge Arms (under half a mile south)
What affects the price in Osidge
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- How easy the site is to reach
- The date and time of year
- How many people are eating
- Cod, haddock or both
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The venue or postcode
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- A photo of the parking spot
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can use our quote form.
The process
We get there well before service, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your guests can wander over to the hatch as soon as we open. Around midsummer it stays light in Osidge until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening events are normally served in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- Get in touch 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.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
With a barbecue, somebody ends up cooking all afternoon. With a van, nobody misses the event. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
Why Osidge hosts choose us
- Quick service from the hatch
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- No surprises in your quote
- We cover Osidge and the whole of Greater London
Occasions we serve in Osidge
A van is food and an occasion in one. The hatch becomes a meeting point, and the food is hot and generous.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Osidge and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Birthday celebrations
- Garden get-togethers
- Care home visits
- Company team days
PTAs at schools such as Monkfrith Primary School often look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
Questions to ask before booking
- Allergen information for each item
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- When final numbers are due
- Whether VAT is included
For event organisers in Osidge
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
- 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