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Fish and chip van for parties in Ashford Common, Surrey
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your party in Ashford Common and the surrounding area.
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Street parties
Planning an event in Ashford Common?
Ashford Common parties: what to know
Ashford Common is about 1 mile north-west of Sunbury-on-Thames, in Surrey. People in Ashford Common book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Ashford Common is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 14 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Ashford Common are Strawberry Hill House (4.6 miles east) and Hampton Court Palace (4.6 miles east). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. Parks such as Sunbury Park typically need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first.
We serve parties across TW15 and TW16. From Saxon Road, Dane Road and Tudor Road or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Close by, we cover parties in Littleton Common (1 mile south-west), Hounslow (1 mile north-east), Charlton (1 mile south), Sunbury-on-Thames (1 mile south-east) and Ashford (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (14 miles south-west), Woking (10 miles south-west), Camberley (14 miles south-west), Epsom (10 miles south-east), Ewell (9 miles south-east) and Egham (5 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Ashford Hospital (1.7 miles north-west) and Kempton Steam Museum (1.5 miles east). The countryside around Ashford Common includes St Ann's Hill and Kempton Park Reservoirs.
- Local schools include Sunbury Manor School (1 mile south-east) and Sunbury Manor School (1 mile south-east)
About our party fish and chip van in Ashford Common
It’s a treat that feels special without being formal: paper portions of fish and chips in the garden. Popular choices include haddock and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips, and we are frequently booked for anniversaries and engagement parties and naming days and christenings.
For a party in Ashford Common, home is often the best venue. Tell us about the drive and the lane, and we’ll bring everything else. Everything is fried fresh at your party, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
Perfect for your party in Ashford Common
It is a real treat for guests.
These are some of the bookings we take in Ashford Common and Surrey:
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Christenings and naming days
If the day starts at St Saviour, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives.
What your quote should include
- The deadline for final numbers
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- The deposit and payment dates
- The cancellation terms
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What else we do in Ashford Common
Where the van can park in Ashford Common
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Chips
A chip van compared with other options
A hog roast is pork only, while a chip van gives people a choice. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your party.
Why book with us
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
The process
We do not cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it’s ordered, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. In Ashford Common, a June party has light until about 9:20pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:05pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the serving time
- Clear the route for the van
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, use our quote form.
Planning help
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the party.
Working with your venue
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Questions from Ashford Common
Can you serve after a service at St Saviour?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is usually elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Could you trade in Sunbury Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we’ll say what we need.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
Do you do street parties?
Yes, once the council has agreed the closure. Mention the van in your application.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is generally simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
What a fish and chip van costs
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Any minimum charge
- Access and parking
- The day of the week
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Larger groups generally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What we need to know
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Expected numbers
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
- 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