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Fish and chip van for parties in Ham, Greater London
Bring the chip shop to your party in Ham. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Family reunions
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
Book the van in Ham
How our party fish and chip van works in Ham
It feels like a treat, but stays relaxed: fish and chips from the van, eaten in the garden. We serve pie and chips, haddock and chips and curry sauce, and we’re regularly asked to cater christenings and naming days and retirement parties.
Most parties in Ham are at home, and in London that normally means a drive or street parking. A drive is ideal; otherwise, check what’s allowed on the street. A picture helps. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
- Where
- Ham (TW10, KT2, TW11)
- County
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Where the van can park in Ham
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
Ham is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Ham
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
Diets, allergies and planning
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
- Show us where the van would go
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Count children separately
When everyone has eaten, we pack up.
A few lights around the van look great.
The process
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Midsummer parties in Ham stay bright until about 9:20pm, while a late-September one is dark by about 7:05pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- First, tell us about your party.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Ask for a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Working with your venue
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Having the party at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
Ham questions
Can the van park in Sudbrook Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
We are gathering after a service at Ham Christian Centre: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before booking.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
Is there a kids’ option?
Yes. Children normally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is generally simpler.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A venue plus caterer can be expensive. With a van, home becomes the venue. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why book with us
- Events in Ham and across Greater London
- A clear quote before you book
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Nearby places to Ham
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About the food
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan.
What affects the price in Ham
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- The day of the week
- Your choice of menu
- The number of meals
- The minimum booking
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We will send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Where the van would park
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The address or venue name
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Ham? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Party venues around Ham
Ham is about 1 mile south-east of Twickenham, in Greater London. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Ham. Ham is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. Our bookings stretch from Ham to London (10 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Ham are Ham House (0.6 miles north) and Pembroke Lodge (0.8 miles north-east). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. If guests are coming by rail, Teddington station, about 1.2 miles south-west, is the nearest station.
Here we cover the TW10, KT2 and TW11 postcode area. That could mean a party at a home on New Road, Lock Road and Cave Road or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Main roads around Ham include the A307, which makes travel to your party easy. Other places close to Ham we cover include Petersham (1 mile north), Eel Pie Island (1 mile north-west), Strawberry Hill (1 mile west), Teddington (1 mile south-west) and Richmond (1 mile north). We also serve nearby towns such as London (10 miles north-east), City of Westminster (9 miles north-east), Marylebone (9 miles north-east), Kensington (6 miles north-east), St Pancras (10 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (12 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Teddington Memorial Hospital (1.5 miles south-west) and Coombe (2.2 miles south-east). Open spaces near Ham include Kew Gardens Lake and Richmond Hill.
- Schools near Ham include Grey Court School (under half a mile north) and Teddington School (0.9 miles south)
- Local pubs include The New Inn Public House (less than half a mile east)
- 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