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Fish and chip van hire in Pyrford, Surrey
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van in Pyrford and across Surrey.
- Big birthdays
- Evening wedding food
- Staff lunches and team days
Fish and chip van hire in Pyrford
Planners, venues and businesses
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
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.
About our fish and chip van hire in Pyrford
A fish and chip van works almost anywhere the van can park: a driveway, a car park, a yard or a firm field. Typical bookings include weddings and evening receptions and big birthdays, serving cod and chips, pie and chips and haddock and chips.
Around Pyrford, bookings are frequently at homes, local halls and clubs. If the road in is narrow, tell us so we can plan the route. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
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Step by step
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Pyrford, sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 3:55pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture 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.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Let us know the serving time
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Pyrford, and we will check the date and send a price.
Planning help
Fish and chip van hire around Pyrford
Pyrford is about 3 miles east of Woking, in Surrey. In and around Pyrford, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. Pyrford is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 6 miles away.
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Pyrford Church of England Primary School, can book the van as a food stall. Among the historic houses close to Pyrford are Byfleet Manor (2.2 miles east) and Botleys Mansion (3.4 miles north). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before booking. Pyrford is within about 8 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
We take the van to events all over the GU22 and KT14 postcode area. Your event could be at a house on Pyrford Woods Close, Pyrford Woods Road and Onslow Way, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. We also bring the van to events in Sheerwater (1 mile north-west), West Byfleet (1 mile north-east), Pyrford Village (1 mile south), Woodham (1 mile north) and Old Woking (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (6 miles south-west), Woking (3 miles west), Camberley (9 miles west), Epsom (11 miles east), Farnham (15 miles south-west) and Ewell (11 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Woking Community Hospital (2 miles south-west) and The Peacocks (2 miles west). The countryside around Pyrford includes Papercourt Marshes and St Ann's Hill.
- Local schools include The Bishop David Brown School (0.8 miles north-west) and The Bishop David Brown School (0.8 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Station pub (1 mile north)
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, nobody misses the event. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your event.
Why book our van in Pyrford
- Hot food handed straight over
- No kitchen needed
- A van that becomes part of the event
- A clear quote before booking
Take a look at our pricing or what a fish and chip van costs.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Space, access and the venue
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
Common questions in Pyrford
Can you serve after a service at Church of the Good Shepherd?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Send us the address.
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 will work to whatever the site needs.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
Tell us your preference when you book and we’ll confirm what we can offer.
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 picture.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
Is grass a problem?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
About the food
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Pyrford?
A van is food and an occasion in one. The van becomes a focal point, and the food is hot and plentiful.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Pyrford, people book us for events such as:
- Milestone birthday parties
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Staff lunches and team days
- Evening wedding food
Thinking of using White Rose Lane? Parks generally need the owner’s permission, frequently the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade.
Before booking anyone
- When payment is due
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- VAT, if it applies
Allergies and dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
The fryers take a little while to heat, so we arrive well before service. If plans change, tell us and we will adjust.
A chalkboard by the hatch with the menu keeps the queue moving.
- 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