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Fish and chip van for parties in Fairlands, Surrey
We bring a fish and chip van for your party across Fairlands and Surrey, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Family parties with children
- Milestone birthdays
Party fish and chip van for Fairlands events
Party fish and chip van in Fairlands, cooked to order
You don’t need to hire a hall: a chip van on the drive turns your home into the venue. We serve curry sauce, haddock and chips and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for reunions and family get-togethers and street parties.
Country parties near Fairlands suit a chip van: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your party, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
The menu, dish by dish
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Places near Fairlands
More for events in Fairlands
Who books party fish and chip van in Fairlands?
You do not need a venue: a drive or firm lawn is enough.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Christenings and naming days
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Family reunions
- Leaving parties
If guests are coming by rail, Guildford station is about 2.4 miles away.
What your quote should include
- How allergens are handled
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Step by step
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your party in Fairlands. Sunset in Fairlands is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. After dark, light the area around the van.
- We start with a few details about your party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Name one person we can call on the day
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Next to a DIY barbecue, the host is not stuck cooking all afternoon. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your party.
Why book our van in Fairlands
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- A clear quote before booking
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The length of service
- How many people are eating
- The date and time of year
- The menu and how many choices
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What we need to know
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Where the van would park
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The address or venue name
- The date and when you’d like to eat
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
Hosting a chip van party in Fairlands
Fairlands is about 2 miles north-west of Guildford, in Surrey. Whether your party is in the middle of Fairlands or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Fairlands is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover.
Among the historic houses close to Fairlands are Guildford Castle (2.8 miles south-east) and Wanborough Manor (2.8 miles south-west). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler. If you had Chitty's Common in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans cannot simply park up and serve in a public park. Fairlands is within about 8 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cover parties in every part of the GU3 postcode area and the streets around it. From Dynevor Place, Brooke Forest and Kiln Meadows or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. We also bring the van to parties in Wood Street Village (1 mile south-west), Worplesdon (1 mile north), Willey Green (2 miles west), Stanford Common (2 miles north-west) and Onslow Village (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Woking (4 miles north-east), Camberley (7 miles north-west), Farnham (8 miles south-west), Egham (12 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (12 miles north-east) and Dorking (13 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Guildford Castle (2.8 miles south-east) and Guildford Cathedral Treasury (1.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Fairlands include Littlefield Common and Pewley Hill.
- Schools near Fairlands include Rydes Hill Preparatory School (1 mile south-east) and Kings College Guildford (1.3 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include Hare and Hounds pub (0.8 miles south-east)
Takeaway run or book a van?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Working with your venue
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
Space, access and the venue
If a spot isn’t suitable, we will tell you. The main points are:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
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
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
Fairlands questions
Which station is closest to Fairlands?
The closest is Guildford station, roughly 2.4 miles away.
Is Fairlands close to London?
Roughly 28 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a picture.
What do children eat?
Sausage and chips, normally. Tell us how many children to expect.
- 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