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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Peaslake events
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van in Peaslake and across Surrey.
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Visits to care homes and day centres
Planning an event in Peaslake?
Fish and chip van hire in Peaslake, fried fresh
Queuing at the hatch is half the experience. People chat, the smell drifts across, and the food arrives hot. Typical bookings include evening wedding food and wakes and gatherings after a funeral, with curry sauce, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
In a rural place like Peaslake, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. You will know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your event. Evenings in Peaslake 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.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Getting a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Peaslake: venues, parking and local tips
Peaslake is about 6 miles south-west of Dorking, in Surrey. Events in Peaslake are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Peaslake is one of 395 places in Surrey where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Peaslake to Guildford (7 miles away).
Within reach of Peaslake are historic houses such as Chilworth Manor (4.2 miles north-west) and Hatchlands Park (4.6 miles north). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. PTAs at schools such as Peaslake Free School often look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Peaslake, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
For events in GU5, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. From Pond Lane, Peaslake Lane and Walking Bottom or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Close by, we cover events in Holmbury St Mary (1 mile east), Farley Green (2 miles west), Pitland Street (2 miles east), Ewhurst (3 miles south) and Ewhurst Green (3 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (7 miles north-west), Woking (10 miles north-west), Epsom (12 miles north-east), Horley (12 miles east), Redhill (12 miles east) and Farnham (15 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Abinger Castle (1.8 miles east) and St. Luke’s Hospital (5.8 miles north-west). The countryside around Peaslake includes Combe Bottom and Leith Hill.
- Schools near Peaslake include Hurtwood House (1.5 miles south-east)
Peaslake: your questions answered
Do you come to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Which station is closest to Peaslake?
Gomshall station, about 1.8 miles north of the centre.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Peaslake.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we will say what we need.
Is it a full meal?
Yes. Fish and chips with mushy peas is a full meal.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so it is fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
About the food
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is the favourite in much of the south. It is battered and fried to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
- Count children separately
The oil needs time to come up to temperature, so we get there in good time. If plans change, tell us and we will adjust.
A string of bunting by the van makes a lovely photo.
Events we cater in Peaslake
There is no kitchen needed, so it is at home in car parks, yards and fields where plated meals are hard.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Evening wedding food
- Summer garden parties
- Christmas parties
If you’re gathering after a service at a church like Church of St Mark, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each item
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The van’s size and access needs
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Planning the van’s spot
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:
- A short walk from the party
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Peaslake
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
Takeaway run or book a van?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
What affects the price in Peaslake
We’ll give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Your choice of menu
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Whether a minimum applies
- Access and parking
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Where the event is
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
Places near Peaslake
What else we do in Peaslake
- 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