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Fish and chip van for parties in Buckland, Surrey
Party fish and chip van in Buckland: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Reunions and family get-togethers
A chip van near Buckland
Planning for dietary needs
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- A photo of the parking spot helps
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Give us separate numbers for children
Put bins and napkins near the hatch.
Your own cake makes the perfect finish.
Party fish and chip van for your party in Buckland
Guests who don’t know each other end up chatting in the queue. For garden get-togethers and anniversary celebrations, we can cook gravy, sausage and chips and mushy peas and more.
In a small place like Buckland, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Nearby places to Buckland
More for events in Buckland
For event organisers in Buckland
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
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 goes out hot and crisp.
Perfect for your party in Buckland
You don’t need a venue: a drive or a firm spot near the garden will do.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Buckland and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Garden get-togethers
- Street parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Birthday parties
For party guests on the train, the nearest station is Betchworth station, about 0.6 miles north-west.
What your quote should include
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Whether travel is included
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- If the price includes VAT
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
What affects the price in Buckland
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The date and time of year
- How far we travel
- Parking and the way in
- How many people are eating
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your party is.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where the van would park
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
- Dietary needs, with numbers
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Buckland, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
FAQs for Buckland
What’s the nearest station to Buckland?
Betchworth station, about 0.6 miles north-west of the centre.
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Mary the Virgin: can you come?
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. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
How long does set-up take?
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 food do you serve?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Do we need to provide anything?
Tell us what’s available at the address when you enquire, and we will say what we need.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
Where the van can park in Buckland
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A spot near your guests
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Lighting nearby for evening events
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Buckland
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Planning a party in Buckland
Buckland is about 2 miles west of Reigate, in Surrey. Wherever your party is in the RH3 area, we can bring the van to you. Buckland is one of 395 places in Surrey where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 14 miles away.
A christening at Church of St Mary the Virgin followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan. A green space like Brockham Limeworks is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, usually the council’s. Buckland is within about 3 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Parties anywhere in RH3 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. Local streets include Old Road, Sandy Lane and Rectory Lane; a party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Nearby, we also serve parties in Betchworth (1 mile west), Brockham (1 mile west), Box Hill (1 mile north-west), Strood Green (2 miles south-west) and Mogador (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (14 miles west), Woking (15 miles west), Epsom (7 miles north), Horley (6 miles south-east), Redhill (4 miles east) and Ewell (8 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Headley Court (3.6 miles north) and Reigate Priory Museum (2.2 miles east). Within reach you will find Colley Hill and Reigate Heath.
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion pub (within half a mile west)
How the day works
We work to your timings. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. In Buckland, a June party has light until about 9:20pm, while a late-September one is dark by about 7:05pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Make sure the van can get in
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Getting a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your party for your party in Buckland? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
- 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