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Fish and chip van hire in Tandridge, 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 Tandridge.
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Fish and chip van hire in Tandridge
Fish and chip van hire in Tandridge, fried fresh
A fish and chip van works almost anywhere the van can park: a drive, a car park, a yard, a showground or a firm lawn in and around Tandridge. We’re often asked to cater care home visits and garden parties and summer get-togethers, serving curry sauce, pie and chips and cod and chips.
Somewhere like Tandridge, a yard or firm field often works. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Bringing the van to Tandridge
Tandridge is about 2 miles south-west of Oxted, in Surrey. Bookings in Tandridge come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Tandridge is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is London, about 18 miles away.
PTAs at schools such as St Peter's CofE Infant School often look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. Churches such as Church of St Peter rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by usually does.
We serve events across RH8 and RH9. From Jackass Lane, Tandridge Lane and The Walk or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. For events just outside Tandridge, we cover Church Town (1 mile north-west), South Godstone (1 mile south-west), Hurst Green (2 miles east), Godstone (2 miles north-west) and Oxted (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (12 miles north-west), Horley (7 miles south-west), Redhill (6 miles west), Ewell (12 miles north-west), Reigate (7 miles west) and Caterham (4 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Bletchingley Castle (3.2 miles west) and East Surrey Museum (3.5 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find Botley Hill and Mercers Lake.
- Schools near Tandridge include Oxted School (2 miles north-east)
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
Questions from Tandridge
How far is Tandridge from London?
Roughly 18 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Peter: can you come?
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 generally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Is fish and chips enough as a meal?
Fish and chips is a meal in itself. You can add your own desserts if you like.
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?
Let us know which you’d prefer and we will confirm the menu.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
Can you feed a lot of people?
Frequently, yes. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan it with you.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Occasions we serve in Tandridge
There’s no kitchen needed, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where other catering struggles.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Tandridge and Surrey:
- Community events and fairs
- Festive get-togethers
- Care home visits
- Weddings, especially the evening
Within reach of Tandridge are historic houses such as Titsey Place (3.4 miles north-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early.
What to look for in a quote
- Payment terms and deposit
- What the price includes, item by item
- How many hours the van serves
- When final numbers are due
DIY versus a fish and chip van
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
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’s crisp.
Organising for someone else?
Hosting at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
What affects the price in Tandridge
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Cod, haddock or both
- The length of service
- The day of the week
- How far we travel
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your event.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Where the van would park
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The venue or postcode
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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What happens on the day
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace. By late September, sunset in Tandridge is around 7:05pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:55pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- First, tell us 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.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the serving time
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Clear the route for the van
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Tandridge, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Give us separate numbers for children
After service, we pack up, quietly and quickly.
Let everyone know when the food is ready, so they don’t miss out.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. The van cooks right there, so the batter is still crisp. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your event is.
What you get with us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Hot food handed straight over
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- 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