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Fish and chip van hire in Peckham, Greater London
Fish and chip van hire in Peckham: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Care home visits
- Christmas parties
- Staff thank-you lunches
Fish and chip van hire in Peckham
Fish and chip van hire in Peckham, fried fresh
Fish and chip van hire means the chip shop comes to you. The van parks up, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot and crisp. We’re often asked to cater big birthdays and wakes and celebrations of life, serving cod and chips, mushy peas and gravy.
Around Peckham, most London bookings are at homes with a drive, workplaces with a car park, schools and halls. Parking is the main thing to plan, so let us know about off-street space or permits. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Location
- Peckham (SE15, SE14, SE5)
- Region
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Compared with a hog roast, a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies rather than one dish, which helps if some guests don’t eat pork. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why Peckham hosts choose us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- A quote that spells everything out
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
For planners, venues and organisers
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.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, 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.
Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
As a London location, Peckham is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
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Other occasions in Peckham
DIY versus a fish and chip van
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
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. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
What a fish and chip van costs
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Access and parking
- How far we travel
- The number of meals
- The length of service
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It’s worth asking early.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- A picture of the space and the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The venue or postcode
Planning a fish and chip van in Peckham? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
The process
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot at the agreed time. Around midsummer it stays light in Peckham until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Clear the route for the van
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Peckham questions
Could you trade in Brimmington Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first.
What about parking in Peckham?
London parking needs planning: let us know about off-street space or permits. We’ll plan around it.
What’s on the menu?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
What is fish and chip van hire?
We bring the van to your event, set up, heat the fryers and cook to order, serving from the hatch at the time you choose.
Which fish do you use?
Tell us your preference when you book and we will confirm the menu.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
What does the van 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.
Fish and chip van hire around Peckham
Peckham is about 2 miles south-east of London, in Greater London. For events in Peckham, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Peckham. Peckham is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover.
Parks such as Brimmington Park generally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as John Donne Primary School, can book the van as a food stall.
This part of Greater London takes in SE15, SE14 and SE5. We can serve an event on streets such as Rye Lane, Relf Road and Mona Road, wherever the van can park. Being close to the A2215, Peckham is simple for us to get to for your event. For events just outside Peckham, we cover Nunhead (1 mile south-east), Telegraph Hill (1 mile south-east), South Bermondsey (1 mile north), Surrey Canal (1 mile north-east) and East Dulwich (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as City of Westminster (5 miles north-west), Marylebone (5 miles north-west), Kensington (6 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles north-west), Shoreditch (4 miles north) and Walthamstow (8 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Southwark Adult Education Institute (under half a mile east) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (1.8 miles north). Open spaces near Peckham include St. James's Park Lake and Knight's Hill.
- Schools near Peckham include The St Thomas the Apostle College (under half a mile east) and Southwark Free School (0.7 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Kentish Drovers pub (within half a mile north-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Nunhead (less than half a mile south-east)
Perfect for your event in Peckham
There’s no kitchen needed, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where plated meals are hard.
In Peckham and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Milestone birthday parties
- Christmas parties
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
For anyone arriving by rail, Queens Road Peckham station serves Peckham directly.
Comparing caterers
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- What the price includes, item by item
- The deposit and payment dates
- How allergens are handled
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips.
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
- 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