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Fish and chip van for parties in Foots Cray, Greater London
We bring a fish and chip van for your party across Foots Cray and Greater London, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Summer garden parties
Planning an event in Foots Cray?
Planning a party in Foots Cray
Foots Cray is about 1 mile south-east of Sidcup, in Greater London. Bookings in Foots Cray come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve 764 places across Greater London. You can also see our page for London, about 11 miles away.
If the day starts at Parish Church of All Saints, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives. Guests arriving by train should know that Sidcup station is about 1.4 miles away. Foots Cray is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We serve parties across DA14 and BR5 and the streets around it. That could mean a party at a home on Cray Road, Evry Road and The Avenue, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Foots Cray sits on or near the A223, which makes travel to your party easy. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Ruxley (1 mile east), Albany Park (1 mile north-west), Upper Ruxley (1 mile east), Sidcup (1 mile north-west) and North Cray (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include London (11 miles north-west), City of Westminster (13 miles north-west), Marylebone (13 miles north-west), Kensington (15 miles north-west), St Pancras (13 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (11 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Metropolitan Police Museum (1.3 miles north-west) and Queen Mary's Hospital (0.6 miles west). Open spaces near Foots Cray include Summer Hill and The Warren.
- Local schools include Kemnal Technology College (under half a mile south-west) and Walsingham School (0.9 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find Red Lion pub (less than half a mile north-east)
Party fish and chip van in Foots Cray, cooked to order
A chip van works for birthdays, garden parties and family celebrations. Everyone from toddlers to grandparents knows what they’re getting. Whether it’s christenings and naming days and summer garden parties, we’ll put together a menu of gravy, cod and chips and haddock and chips for your guests.
Most parties in Foots Cray are at home, and in London that usually means a drive or street parking. If you have a drive, the van can frequently go there; if not, check the street’s parking rules. Send us a photo. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Location
- Foots Cray (DA14, BR5)
- Region
- Greater London
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
The process
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your guests can wander over to the hatch as soon as we open. Sunset in Foots Cray is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, the queue and the path to the van need light.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Ensure the van can get in
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Occasions we serve in Foots Cray
It suits all ages, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Foots Cray, people book us for events such as:
- Children’s parties
- Summer garden parties
- Big birthdays
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
Thinking of using Foots Cray Meadows? Parks generally need the owner’s permission, often the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade.
Before you book anyone
- When payment is due
- How late numbers can change
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- What happens if plans change
Why choose a fish and chip van in Foots Cray?
A hog roast is one dish, while a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We’ll send you a quote.
Why book with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A menu almost everyone likes
- We cover Foots Cray and the whole of Greater London
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Any minimum charge
- The number of meals
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How long we serve
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your party.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Expected numbers
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Where the van can park in Foots Cray
If a spot is not suitable, we’ll tell you. What matters most:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A clear area by the serving hatch
Foots Cray is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Foots Cray
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
About the food
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Foots Cray questions
We are gathering after a service at Parish Church of All Saints: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
What’s the nearest station to Foots Cray?
Sidcup station, about 1.4 miles north of the centre.
Is grass a problem?
Typically, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
How fast is service?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
Do you need power or water from us?
A suitable spot for the van, mainly. Mention power and water and we’ll confirm the rest.
Can you park at our house?
Often, yes, with a level drive and a clear way in. Send a picture of the drive and the way in.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Hosting at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
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What else we do in Foots Cray
- 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