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Fish and chip van for parties in Charlwood, Surrey
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your party in Charlwood.
- Summer garden parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Big birthdays
A chip van near Charlwood
About our party fish and chip van in Charlwood
Guests who don’t know each other end up chatting in the queue, which is what a party is all about. Popular choices include haddock and chips, gravy and pie and chips, and we are often booked for summer garden parties and retirement celebrations.
In a small place like Charlwood, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will handle the rest. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
What the van needs
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
How the day works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can get on with your party in Charlwood. Sunset in Charlwood drops to about 7:05pm by late September and 3:55pm by December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
What a fish and chip van costs
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Service time
- Your choice of menu
- How far we travel
- The minimum booking
There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and time of the event
Send us the date, the address or RH6 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. To get started, use our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Charlwood
With a van, the host gets to enjoy the party. It’s also a bit of fun.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Children’s parties
- Big birthdays
- Leaving parties
For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Ifield station, roughly 2.8 miles south of the centre.
What to look for in a quote
- Allergen information for each item
- A clear list of what’s included
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether travel is included
For event organisers in Charlwood
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Also near Charlwood
What else we do in Charlwood
Party venues around Charlwood
Charlwood is about 3 miles south-west of Horley, in Surrey. Around Charlwood, we park wherever there is level, firm ground, close to your guests. We take the van to all 395 towns and villages across Surrey. Our bookings stretch from Charlwood to Guildford (16 miles away).
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Nicholas, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. Thinking of using Edolph's Copse? Parks generally need the owner’s permission, frequently the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Charlwood, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Here we cover the RH6 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. We can serve a party on streets such as The Street, Yew Tree Road and Rectory Lane or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. We also bring the van to parties in Russ Hill (1 mile south-west), Norwood Hill (2 miles north), Cudworth (2 miles west), Ifieldwood (2 miles south) and Ifield (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Epsom (13 miles north), Horley (3 miles north-east), Redhill (6 miles north-east), Ewell (14 miles north), Reigate (6 miles north) and Caterham (11 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Crawley Museum (3.1 miles south-east) and County Mall (3.4 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Tilgate Lake.
- Nearby, you will find The Half Moon pub (less than half a mile north-west)
FAQs for Charlwood
Which station is closest to Charlwood?
The closest is Ifield station, roughly 2.8 miles away.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Nicholas?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is usually elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
Do you come to Charlwood?
We do. Charlwood is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Can you come to a street party?
Yes, with the council’s permission for the road closure. Mention the van in your application.
Can you serve children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch 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.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Charlwood.
About the food
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Show us where the van would go
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Have a back-up for special diets
For a children’s party, serve food about an hour in, before the cake.
A few lights around the van look great.
- 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