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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Thorpe
Fish and chip van hire in Thorpe: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Festive get-togethers
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Evening wedding food
A chip van near Thorpe
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Thorpe
Rain does not stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. It is a dependable choice for events in any season. Typical bookings include garden get-togethers and fish and chip days at care homes, with mushy peas, curry sauce and pie and chips.
Somewhere like Thorpe, a yard or firm field often works. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer before booking.
A fish and chip van in Thorpe: local details
Thorpe is about 2 miles south-east of Egham, in Surrey. For events in Thorpe, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Thorpe. Thorpe is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 11 miles away.
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Church of St Mary, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby. Coming by train? The nearest station is Virginia Water station, about 1.4 miles south-west.
Anywhere in TW20, we can bring the van to you. That could mean an event at a home on Village Road, Western Avenue and Midway Avenue or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. With the B388 close by, Thorpe is easy for us to reach. If your venue is just outside Thorpe, we also cover Thorpe Green (1 mile south-west), Stroude (1 mile west), Egham Hythe (1 mile north), Penton Hook (1 mile east) and Virginia Water (1 mile west). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (11 miles south), Woking (7 miles south), Camberley (10 miles south-west), Epsom (12 miles south-east), Ewell (13 miles east) and Walton-on-Thames (6 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Spelthorne Museum (1.9 miles north-east) and Runnymede Hospital (2.2 miles south). Open spaces near Thorpe include Gracious Pond and Manor Lake.
- Nearby schools include The American School In England (under half a mile east) and The Magna Carta School (1.4 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion pub (under half a mile south)
The process
We work to your timings. If things run late, we hold off cooking until you are ready, so nothing is cooked before it’s needed. In Thorpe, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening events are generally served in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Ensure the van can get in
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Compared with a hog roast, a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies rather than one dish, which suits guests who do not eat pork. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book with us
- All the chip-shop extras
- No surprises in your quote
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Something for guests to gather round
See how we price and the cost guide.
Nearby places to Thorpe
Other occasions in Thorpe
For planners, venues and organisers
Organising a club, school or community event in Thorpe? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
How we price a fish and chip van
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- The menu and how many choices
- Any minimum charge
- How far we travel
- How many people are eating
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The address or venue name
- The date and time of the event
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Plan bins near the queue
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
Once everyone is fed, we pack up.
A chalkboard by the hatch with the menu keeps the queue moving.
Questions from Thorpe
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Mary: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
What’s the nearest station to Thorpe?
Virginia Water station, about 1.4 miles south-west of the centre.
How much space do you need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Do you cover Thorpe?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Thorpe is within our area and the rest of Surrey. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
How long are you on site?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
What happens when we hire the van?
The van comes to you, cook fresh on site, and serve when you are ready to eat.
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
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 typically simpler.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Events we cater in Thorpe
A fish and chip van suits almost any crowd, young and old alike. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Christmas parties
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Staff thank-you lunches
Parks such as Penton Park typically need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first.
Questions to ask before booking
- If the price includes VAT
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether travel is included
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- 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