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Fish and chip van hire in The Hyde, Greater London
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your event in The Hyde. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Staff lunches and team days
- Gatherings after a funeral
Book the van in The Hyde
Takeaway run or book a van?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
How our fish and chip van hire works in The Hyde
There is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. It needs a level, firm spot to park and a clear way in, which suits drives, yards, car parks and firm lawns. We serve sausage and chips, cod and chips and gravy, and we are regularly asked to cater weddings, especially the evening and milestone birthday parties.
London streets around The Hyde can be narrow and lined with parked cars, which makes off-street parking, such as a drive, a school playground or a car park, the easiest option. Send us a picture of the spot. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the date, the service time and the menu.
- Area
- The Hyde (NW9, NW4)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in The Hyde? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Compared with a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which suits guests who do not eat pork. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- A menu almost everyone likes
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Prices and what affects them
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- How many people are eating
- The minimum booking
- The date and time of year
- Service time
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Expected numbers
- Where the event is
- Your date and serving time
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Who books fish and chip van hire in The Hyde?
It is ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, with people coming up to the hatch as they please.
In The Hyde and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Big birthdays
- Christmas parties
- Community events and fairs
Coming by train? The Hyde has its own station, Hendon station.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- When payment is due
- The cancellation terms
Places near The Hyde
Also in The Hyde
Planning a chip van in The Hyde
The Hyde is about 2 miles north of Neasden, in Greater London. Around The Hyde, we park wherever there is level, firm ground. The Hyde is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 9 miles away.
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as The Hyde School, can book the van as a food stall. Within reach of The Hyde are historic houses such as Heath House (3.2 miles south-east) and Fenton House (3.3 miles south-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early.
For events in NW9 and NW4, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. From Alpini Road, Catkin Road and Garrick Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. The Hyde sits on or near the A5, which makes travel to your event easy. Nearby, we also serve events in West Hendon (1 mile north), Colindale (1 mile north), The Burroughs (1 mile north-east), Hendon (1 mile east) and Staples Corner (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (9 miles south-east), City of Westminster (6 miles south-east), Marylebone (6 miles south-east), Kensington (6 miles south), St Pancras (7 miles south-east) and Shoreditch (8 miles south-east).
A little further out are Brent Cross Shopping Centre (1.1 miles east) and Church Farmhouse Museum (1.1 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Parliament Hill and Darland's Lake.
- Nearby schools include Woodfield School (0.8 miles south) and Brampton College (1.2 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Moon Under Water pub (within half a mile north)
- Local facilities include Municipal Borough of Hendon (0.9 miles north-east)
How it works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event. Planning an evening event in The Hyde? Sunset is around 8:55pm 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.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Ensure the van can get in
Getting a price
Planning a fish and chip van in The Hyde? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and children love it.
Where the van can park in The Hyde
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A spot near your guests
The Hyde is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
FAQs for The Hyde
Which station is closest to The Hyde?
The Hyde has its own station: Hendon station.
Can you serve after a service at St Matthias the Apostle church?
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 usually elsewhere. Send us the address.
Which fish do you use?
Tell us your preference when you book and we will confirm what we can offer.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we will include them in the plan.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Do you take everything away?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
Frequently, yes. Give us your numbers and service time, and we’ll tell you honestly how service will work.
- 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