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Fish and chip van for parties in Birtley Green, Surrey
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Party fish and chip van in Birtley Green.
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Engagement parties
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Party fish and chip van in Birtley Green
Party fish and chip van in Birtley Green, cooked to order
You don’t need to hire a hall: the van makes your home the party venue. Typical bookings include summer garden parties and family parties with children, serving gravy, mushy peas and curry sauce.
A country party near Birtley Green is perfect for fish and chips: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
Perfect for your party in Birtley Green
It works at home: a drive or firm lawn is enough.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re often booked for:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Naming days and christenings
- Summer garden parties
For party guests on the train, Shalford station, about 2.6 miles north, is the nearest station.
Before you book anyone
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Any minimum charge
- The van’s size and access needs
- If the price includes VAT
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Count children separately
With children, food about an hour in works well, before the cake.
Finish with the birthday cake.
Where the van can park in Birtley Green
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:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Birtley Green
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
Parties in Birtley Green: homes, halls and local tips
Birtley Green is about 5 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. We serve parties at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Birtley Green and nearby villages. We take the van to 395 places in Surrey.
A green space like Cucknell's Wood is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, usually the council’s. If the day starts at Christ Church, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Birtley Green, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cover parties in every part of GU5. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Shamley Green (1 mile east), Grafham (1 mile south), Bramley (1 mile north-west), Wonersh (1 mile north) and Thorncombe Street (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (5 miles north), Woking (10 miles north), Camberley (13 miles north-west), Farnham (11 miles west), Reigate (15 miles east) and Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Milford Hospital (3.6 miles west) and Guildford Castle (3.9 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Frith Hill and Lower Lake.
- Local schools include St Catherine's School (1.3 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include Red Lion Inn (1 mile east)
About the food
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
What affects the price in Birtley Green
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- The menu and how many choices
- Distance and any road charges
- The minimum booking
- How easy the site is to reach
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- The date and time of the event
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the space and the way in
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can use our quote form.
Common questions in Birtley Green
Do you come out to small places like Birtley Green?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you come to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
When do you arrive?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is usually simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Do you come to Birtley Green?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Birtley Green. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Do you have allergen information?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Also near Birtley Green
More for events in Birtley Green
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the party.
Working with your venue
Hosting at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
How the day works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, park on the agreed spot, and cook and serve without fuss. At midsummer, it is light in Birtley Green until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
How to get a price
Send us the date, the address or GU5 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and you will get a clear price. Just use our quote form.
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- 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