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Party Fish and Chip Van in Farnham
We bring a fish and chip van for your party to Farnham and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Garden get-togethers
Planning an event in Farnham?
About our party fish and chip van in Farnham
It is a treat that feels special without being formal: fish and chips from the van, eaten in the garden. Typical bookings include birthday parties and leaving parties, with mushy peas, cod and chips and gravy.
Birthdays, christenings and summer parties in Farnham frequently happen at home or in a local hall. The van works at both, given somewhere to park. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your party, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Next to a DIY barbecue, a chip van means nobody is stuck at the grill. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- Quick service from the hatch
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No kitchen needed
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Farnham: your questions answered
Do you come to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
We are gathering after a service at St Joan of Arc's Church: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How much does a fish and chip van for your party cost in Farnham?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your party and we’ll send a quote.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Can the van park on grass?
Normally, if it is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Farnham.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for guests are worth planning.
How do you handle allergies?
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.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Count children separately
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
Keep the queue away from the road if the van is on the drive.
Put the menu up by the van.
Events we cater in Farnham
No washing up, no cold buffet to throw away.
These are some of the bookings we take around Farnham:
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Retirement parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Garden get-togethers
For guests coming by train, Farnham station serves Farnham directly.
What your quote should include
- When payment is due
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- A clear list of what’s included
- What the van needs: space, access, power
Nearby places to Farnham
Other occasions in Farnham
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Numbers
- How easy the site is to reach
- Distance and any road charges
- Your choice of menu
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your party for your party in Farnham? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Party venues around Farnham
Farnham is about 6 miles south of Farnborough, in Surrey. Whether your party is in the middle of Farnham or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We take the van to 395 places in Surrey. Our bookings stretch from Farnham to Guildford (about 10 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Farnham Castle (0.6 miles north-west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. Thinking of using Moor Park? Parks generally need the owner’s permission, often the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade. Farnham is within about 8 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Anywhere in GU9 and GU10, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Barncroft, Approach Road and Saxon Croft, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. You’ll find Farnham on the A31 and A287, which makes the journey straightforward. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Compton (1 mile east), Hale (1 mile north), Upper Hale (2 miles north), Runfold (2 miles east) and Heath End (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Guildford (10 miles east), Woking (12 miles north-east), Camberley (9 miles north), Frimley (8 miles north), Haslemere (9 miles south) and Cranleigh (14 miles east). Being one of Surrey’s larger places, Farnham has lots of places where the van can park.
A little further out are Museum of Farnham (under half a mile north-west) and Farnham Castle (0.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Farnham includes Farnham Park and Aunt's Pool.
- Local schools include St Polycarp's Catholic Primary School (within half a mile east) and Weydon School (1 mile south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find William Cobbett Public House (less than half a mile north-west)
The process
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, park on the agreed spot, and get on with frying and serving. At midsummer, it’s light in Farnham until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Share the timings for 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’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Related guides
The menu, dish by dish
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and it’s a favourite with children.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the party.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
- 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