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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Redlands
Looking for a fish and chip van in Redlands? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Staff lunches and team days
- Care home visits
- Wakes and celebrations of life
A chip van near Redlands
Bringing the van to Redlands
Redlands is about 3 miles south of Fleet, in Surrey. Events in Redlands are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Redlands is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Redlands to Guildford (about 12 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Farnham station, roughly 2.9 miles south-east of the centre. After a service at Church of All Saints, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house.
We take the van to events all over GU10. We also bring the van to events in Warren Corner (1 mile east), Crondall (1 mile south-west), Dora's Green (1 mile south-east), Ewshot (1 mile east) and Bowling Alley (1 mile north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (12 miles east), Woking (13 miles north-east), Camberley (9 miles north-east), Farnham (3 miles south-east), Frimley (7 miles north-east) and Haslemere (12 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Hart Shopping Centre (3.1 miles north) and Museum of Farnham (2.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Redlands includes Farnham Park and Beacon Hill.
- Schools near Redlands include St Nicholas' School (1 mile north) and Court Moor School (2.4 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Plume Of Feathers Public House (0.7 miles west)
Fish and chip van hire in Redlands, fried fresh
The queue at the hatch is part of the fun. People chat, the smell drifts across, and the food arrives hot. We serve mushy peas, cod and chips and haddock and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater wakes and gatherings after a funeral and evening wedding food.
In a small place like Redlands, the van frequently parks on a farm track, a field or a drive. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we will plan for them, and firm ground matters more than anything. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Redlands?
It is ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, with people coming up to the hatch as they please.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Big birthdays
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Garden get-togethers
- Staff lunches and team days
Within reach of Redlands are historic houses such as Farnham Castle (2.3 miles south-east). Historic venues frequently limit vehicles, so ask early if you are booking one.
Questions to ask before booking
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- How allergens are handled
- VAT, if it applies
- What happens if plans change
FAQs for Redlands
Is Redlands close to London?
About 37 miles from central London.
Is Redlands too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a picture if you can.
Can you serve children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
Is it a full meal?
It’s a full meal on its own. You can add your own desserts if you like.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Redlands?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you come to Redlands?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Redlands. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Do you do anything other than fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
How it works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your event in Redlands. In Redlands, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 3:55pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Let us know the serving time
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Nearby places to Redlands
More for events in Redlands
What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How easy the site is to reach
- Service time
- The minimum booking
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of where the van would go
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Expected numbers
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability right away.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
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.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Put allergy details in writing
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We arrive in good time, set up, cook and serve, and keep in touch with you about timings.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
- 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