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Fish and chip van hire in West Ham, Greater London
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van in West Ham.
- Care home visits
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Work Christmas parties
A chip van near West Ham
How our fish and chip van hire works in West Ham
You can keep it simple or plan it carefully: open service, or food at a fixed time. We will suggest what suits your event. Typical bookings include milestone birthday parties and christmas parties, serving mushy peas, sausage and chips and curry sauce.
London streets around West Ham can be narrow and lined with parked cars, so a drive, yard or car park is generally simplest. Send us a photo of the spot. Timings are planned around your event, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
- Location
- West Ham (E15, E13, E7)
- Region
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
What happens on the day
We do not cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, so it’s as fresh as from any chip shop. By late September, sunset in West Ham 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, you send us your date, address, numbers and serving time.
- We check availability and access and send a clear quote.
- On the day, we park on the agreed spot and set up.
- We cook to order and serve hot at the time you chose.
- Afterwards, we clear up and head off.
How to prepare
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Name one person we can call on the day
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in West Ham, and we will check the date and send a price.
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What else we do in West Ham
Before you choose a spot
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A short walk from the party
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
As a London location, West Ham is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in West Ham
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
Planning for dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
- Plan bins near the queue
The oil needs time to come up to temperature, so we arrive well before service. If timings shift, we adapt.
A string of bunting by the van makes a lovely photo.
Common questions in West Ham
Could you trade in West Ham Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first.
What’s the nearest station to West Ham?
The closest is West Ham station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.
What is fish and chip van hire?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
That depends on how many and how quickly. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
What do you bring?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Where do you take the van?
We take the van across London and the South East, Greater London included. See all areas.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Next to a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which helps if some guests don’t eat pork. Larger groups typically cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why us?
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Hot food handed straight over
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A quote that spells everything out
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
Bringing the van to West Ham
West Ham is about 2 miles west of East Ham, in Greater London. Events in West Ham are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. We take the van to all 764 towns and villages in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Church of All Saints, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby. PTAs at schools such as West Ham Church Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
Here we cover the E15, E13 and E7 postcode area, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. Whether your event is on Plaistow Grove, Willis Road and Moorey Close or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Other places close to West Ham we cover include Upton (1 mile north-east), Greengate (1 mile south-east), Maryland (1 mile north-west), Stratford (1 mile north-west) and Plaistow (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include London (5 miles south-west), City of Westminster (7 miles west), Marylebone (7 miles west), Kensington (9 miles west), St Pancras (6 miles west) and Shoreditch (4 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Passmore Edwards Museum (0.6 miles north) and Queen Mary's Hospital for the East End (0.6 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find Old Ford Island and Tower Hill.
- Schools near West Ham include West Ham Church School (less than half a mile south) and St Bonaventure's RC School (0.6 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Earl Of Derby Public House (0.6 miles south-east)
- Local facilities include County Borough of West Ham (0.6 miles north-west)
Perfect for your event in West Ham
People book a chip van because it’s food and a bit of fun at once. The hatch becomes a meeting point, and the food is hot and generous.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In West Ham, people book us for events such as:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Company team days
- Care home visits
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
Within reach of West Ham are historic houses such as Sutton House (2.9 miles west) and Valentines Mansion (3.5 miles north-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early.
Before you book anyone
- Payment terms and deposit
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The van’s size and access needs
- VAT, if it applies
What a fish and chip van costs
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Whether a minimum applies
- The number of meals
- The date and time of year
- How long we serve
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- The venue or postcode
- Your date and serving time
- Expected numbers
- Anything awkward about the way in
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in West Ham? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
- 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