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Fish and chip van hire in Tadworth, Surrey
We bring a fish and chip van across Tadworth and Surrey, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Garden get-togethers
- Big birthdays
Fish and chip van hire in Tadworth
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is generally simpler.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Tadworth
You can keep it simple or plan it carefully: open service, or food at a fixed time. We will recommend what fits. Typical bookings include weddings and evening receptions and christmas parties, serving gravy, pie and chips and mushy peas.
For a place the size of Tadworth, your own drive is frequently the best spot: no hire fees, and fish and chips for everyone without anyone stuck in the kitchen. Let us know how the van reaches the house. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
The process
Because we cook inside the van, rain does not stop us. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. Planning an evening event in Tadworth? Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; after dark, the queue and the path to the van need good lighting.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Ask for a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Tadworth? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Tadworth: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Tadworth?
The closest is Tadworth station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
Can the van go 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.
Do you come to Tadworth?
We do. Tadworth is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Which fish do you use?
Let us know which you’d prefer and we’ll confirm what we can offer.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will say what we need.
Space, access and the venue
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
Places near Tadworth
What else we do in Tadworth
Events we cater in Tadworth
A van is food and an occasion in one. The van becomes a focal point, and the food is hot and plentiful.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Tadworth and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Festive get-togethers
- Community events and fairs
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Evening wedding food
After a service at Church of the Good Shepherd, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house.
Comparing caterers
- How allergens are handled
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- A clear list of what’s included
Organising for someone else?
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Tadworth? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
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:
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Plan bins near the queue
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
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.
Plan cover near the hatch if rain is possible.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Tadworth?
Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, nobody misses the event. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book with us
- All the chip-shop extras
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- We cover Tadworth and the whole of Surrey
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
Bringing the van to Tadworth
Tadworth is about 3 miles south-east of Epsom, in Surrey. We serve events at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Tadworth. We take the van to 395 places across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Tadworth to London (15 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Fitznells Manor (3.9 miles north) and Nonsuch Mansion (4.2 miles north). Historic venues frequently limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one. Thinking of using Merland Rise Recreational Ground? Parks normally need the owner’s permission, frequently the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Tadworth. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
We cover events in every part of KT20 and KT18. Streets in the area include Beatrice Square, High Street and Fairacres, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Nearby, we also serve events in Kingswood (1 mile south-east), Walton on the Hill (1 mile south-west), Lower Kingswood (2 miles south-east), Headley (2 miles south-west) and Mogador (3 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (15 miles west), Woking (15 miles west), Epsom (3 miles north-west), Horley (9 miles south), Redhill (5 miles south-east) and Ewell (4 miles north).
A little further out are The Ashley Centre (2.9 miles north-west) and Headley Court (2 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Colley Hill and Cuddington Meadows.
- Local schools include Chinthurst School (0.7 miles south) and The Beacon School (1.4 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Inn on the Green (0.5 miles south-east)
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Whether a minimum applies
- Parking and the way in
- The number of meals
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- A photo of the parking spot
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Your date and serving time
- Allergies and diets you know about
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your event, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
- 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