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Fish and chip van for parties in Compton, Surrey
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Compton? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Retirement parties
- Milestone birthdays
Party fish and chip van for Compton events
How our party fish and chip van works in Compton
The queue at the hatch gets people mixing, which is what a party is all about. Whether it is garden parties and summer get-togethers and street parties and neighbourhood events, we can cook pie and chips, gravy and mushy peas.
A country party near Compton is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Timings are planned around your party, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Hosting a chip van party in Compton
Compton is about 3 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. Tell us where your party in Compton will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up. Compton is one of 395 places in Surrey where we bring the van.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Nicholas, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Farncombe station, about 1.6 miles south-east. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Compton, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Anywhere in GU3, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can serve a party on streets such as The Street, Spiceall and Almsgate, wherever the van can park. For parties just outside Compton, we cover Hurtmore (1 mile south), Binscombe (1 mile south-east), Littleton (1 mile east), Shackleford (2 miles south-west) and Onslow Village (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (3 miles north-east), Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (9 miles north-west), Farnham (7 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-east).
A little further out are Charterhouse School Museum (1.2 miles south) and Guildford Castle (2.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Compton includes Farncombe Wood and Frith Hill.
- Nearby schools include Prior's Field School (1 mile west) and Broadwater School (1.8 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Harrow pub (within half a mile west)
Places near Compton
What else we do in Compton
Who books party fish and chip van in Compton?
Everyone from toddlers to grandparents enjoys it, so it’s ideal for family parties.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Compton, people book us for events such as:
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Summer garden parties
- Anniversary celebrations
- Children’s parties
Within reach of Compton are historic houses such as Loseley Park (1 mile east) and Wanborough Manor (1.9 miles north-west). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler.
Before you book anyone
- Whether there’s a minimum
- Whether VAT is included
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
A buffet is easy but forgettable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Why Compton hosts choose us
- Classic food your guests already know
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No kitchen needed
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
Read how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
About the food
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
What happens on the day
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, which we agree with you beforehand. Autumn and winter parties in Compton get dark early: about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December, so think about lighting by the van.
- First, tell us about your party.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
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Planning the van’s spot
If a spot isn’t suitable, we will tell you. The main points are:
- A spot near your guests
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Lighting nearby for evening events
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Compton? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Common questions in Compton
Can the van park in Pucks Oak Barn and McAlmont Reserves?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
How far is Compton from London?
Roughly 30 miles from the centre of London.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
Will the van fit on our drive?
It depends on the drive and the access. Mention anything tight, and we will tell you honestly.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
How early do summer dates go?
Summer Saturdays book up first, so ask early.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Children generally love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
Looking after everyone
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- A picture of the parking spot helps
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
When everyone has eaten, we pack up and leave the drive tidy.
Seats or a few tables help people eat comfortably.
What a fish and chip van costs
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Any minimum charge
- How easy the site is to reach
- Numbers
- How far we travel
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: 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