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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Titsey events
A menu everybody knows: 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 Titsey.
- Care home visits
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Weddings, especially the evening
Planning an event in Titsey?
Fish and chip van hire around Titsey
Titsey is about 5 miles east of Caterham, in Surrey. We take a fish and chip van to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Titsey and nearby villages. Titsey is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. Our bookings stretch from Titsey to London (about 16 miles away).
If guests are travelling by rail, Oxted station, about 1.8 miles south-west, is the nearest station. Within reach of Titsey are historic houses such as Titsey Place (less than half a mile west) and Quebec House (2.4 miles east). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before you book. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Titsey, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
We take the van to events all over the RH8 postcode area. For events just outside Titsey, we cover Tatsfield (1 mile north), Limpsfield (1 mile south-west), Moorhouse Bank (2 miles south-east), South Street (2 miles north-east) and The Chart (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Epsom (13 miles west), Horley (11 miles south-west), Redhill (9 miles west), Ewell (13 miles north-west), Reigate (10 miles west) and Caterham (5 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Tandridge Priory (1.7 miles south). Open spaces near Titsey include West Kent Golf Course nature reserve and Botley Hill.
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Titsey
A fish and chip van works almost anywhere the van can park: a driveway, a car park, a yard or a firm field. For wakes and gatherings after a funeral and community events and fairs, we’ll put together a menu of pie and chips, curry sauce and mushy peas.
In a hamlet or village like Titsey, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Where the van can park in Titsey
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Titsey
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
- A short menu helps everyone
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Send allergies to us in writing
Fish and chips is best eaten right away, so we fry to order as the queue moves.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
Should I sort the food myself?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
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.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Titsey?
It needs no kitchen, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where other catering struggles.
Whatever the occasion in Titsey, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re frequently booked for:
- Summer garden parties
- Care home visits
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Staff lunches and team days
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Oxted School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser.
Comparing caterers
- The van’s size and access needs
- Whether travel is included
- A clear list of what’s included
- If the price includes VAT
Why choose a fish and chip van in Titsey?
If you want something everyone will enjoy, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice. 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.
Why book our van in Titsey
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Events in Titsey and across Surrey
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
What else we do in Titsey
The process
The van turns up at the agreed time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts right on schedule. By late September, sunset in Titsey is around 7:05pm, and in December it is nearer 3:55pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- 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.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
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Titsey: your questions answered
Can you serve after a service at Church of St James the Greater?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
How far is Titsey from London?
Roughly 16 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Titsey?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Can you feed plenty of people?
That depends on how many and how quickly. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will say what we need.
Do you come to Titsey?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Titsey and across Surrey. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
- 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