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Fish and chip van hire in Send Marsh, Surrey
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van in Send Marsh.
- Evening wedding food
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Village fêtes and school fairs
Fish and chip van hire in Send Marsh
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
- Put allergy details in writing
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier for everyone.
Tell people when the van opens, so they do not miss out.
About our fish and chip van hire in Send Marsh
Because the cooking is in the van, the weather doesn’t stop us. That makes it a safe bet for British events. We are often asked to cater care home visits and community events and fairs, with cod and chips, haddock and chips and pie and chips.
In a rural place like Send Marsh, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Let us know about access and ground conditions. Timings are planned around your event, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
A fish and chip van in Send Marsh: local details
Send Marsh is about 3 miles south-east of Woking, in Surrey. We cover Send Marsh as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Send Marsh is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover.
For anyone arriving by rail, Clandon station is about 1.8 miles away. Within reach of Send Marsh are historic houses such as Clandon Park (2.7 miles south) and Hatchlands Park (2.8 miles south-east). Historic venues frequently limit vehicles, so ask early if you are booking one. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Send Marsh. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
Events anywhere in GU23 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. Your event could be at a house on Send Marsh Road, Tuckey Grove and Stringhams Copse, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Main roads around Send Marsh include the B368, so getting the van to your event is simple. Other places close to Send Marsh we cover include Burntcommon (1 mile south), Send (1 mile west), West Clandon (2 miles south), Sutton Green (2 miles west) and Mayford (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (4 miles south-west), Woking (3 miles north-west), Camberley (10 miles west), Epsom (11 miles east), Redhill (15 miles east) and Farnham (13 miles south-west).
A little further out are Send and Ripley History Society Museum (1 mile north-east) and Guildford Castle (4.7 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Boldermere Lake and St Martha's Hill.
- Nearby schools include Ripley Court School (1.1 miles north-east) and St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School (2.1 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Jovial Sailor pub (less than half a mile east)
Common questions in Send Marsh
Which station is closest to Send Marsh?
The closest is Clandon station, roughly 1.8 miles away.
Do you come to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we’ll confirm what we need.
Is fish and chips enough as a meal?
Fish and chips is a meal in itself. Many hosts add their own desserts or cake.
What do you bring?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we will confirm what we need.
Perfect for your event in Send Marsh
People book a chip van because it is food and a bit of fun at once. The hatch becomes a meeting point, and the food is hot and plentiful.
Whatever the occasion in Send Marsh, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Evening wedding food
- Community events and fairs
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Work Christmas parties
If you had White Rose Lane in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans can’t simply park up and serve in a public park.
Comparing caterers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The van’s size and access needs
- VAT, if it applies
- Allergen information for each item
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
A cold buffet is simple, but food sits out, and there’s nothing warming on a chilly day. Fish and chips is fried to order and served hot. Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Why book with us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
How it works
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we have agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Send Marsh, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Ensure the van can get in
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Access and parking
- How far we travel
- How many people are eating
- Any minimum charge
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
- Where you’d like the van to go
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, fill in our quote form.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and children love it.
Organising for someone else?
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Hosting at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
- 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