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Fish and chip van for parties in Hanwell, Greater London
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your party in Hanwell and the surrounding area.
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Get-togethers with old friends
Fresh fish and chips in Hanwell
About our party fish and chip van in Hanwell
It feels like a treat, but stays relaxed: paper portions of fish and chips in the garden. We are frequently asked to cater milestone birthdays and leaving parties, with pie and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce.
In Hanwell, a party at home is the usual choice, and parking is the question. If you have a drive, the van can frequently go there; if not, check the street’s parking rules. A picture helps. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
- Location
- Hanwell (W7, W13, UB2)
- County
- Greater London
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- A picture of the parking spot helps
- Let your neighbours know
Plan where the queue stands.
Plan cover in case of showers.
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A takeaway order for a party takes ages and arrives lukewarm. A van fries on the spot. 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 us?
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A clear quote before you book
- We cover Hanwell and the whole of Greater London
Nearby places to Hanwell
Also in Hanwell
Occasions we serve in Hanwell
It suits all ages, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Birthday parties
- Retirement parties
- Family parties with children
- Engagement parties
Guests arriving by train should know that Hanwell has its own station, Hanwell station.
Comparing caterers
- The van’s size and access needs
- Whether travel is included
- Whether there’s a minimum
- When payment is due
Should I sort the food myself?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
How the day works
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Each piece of fish is battered and fried to order, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. At midsummer, it’s light in Hanwell until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the 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.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your party, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
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Hanwell questions
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Mellitus: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
What about parking in Hanwell?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We will plan around it.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
What do children eat?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include them in your numbers.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
What the van needs
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
As a London location, Hanwell is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Service time
- Parking and the way in
- Numbers
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and time of the event
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your party for your party in Hanwell? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Hanwell parties: what to know
Hanwell is about 1 mile west of Ealing, in Greater London. Tell us where your party in Hanwell will be, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. Hanwell is one of 764 places in Greater London where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Hanwell to London (about 10 miles away).
Parks such as Drayton Green typically need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. Local halls and clubs near Hanwell are an option if there is nowhere to park at home.
Parties anywhere in W7, W13 and UB2 start with a parking spot for the van. Streets in the area include Park Road, Green Lane and Felix Road, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. With the A4001 close by, Hanwell is easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also serve parties in West Ealing (1 mile west), Ealing (1 mile east), Dormers Wells (1 mile north-west), South Ealing (1 mile south-east) and Pitshanger (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to London (10 miles east), City of Westminster (8 miles east), Marylebone (8 miles east), Kensington (6 miles east), St Pancras (10 miles east) and Shoreditch (11 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Treaty Centre (3 miles south) and Ealing Hospital (less than half a mile west). The countryside around Hanwell includes Middle Lake and Castlebar Hill.
- Schools near Hanwell include Drayton Manor High School (0.5 miles north) and Cuckoo Schools (0.8 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include Kings Arms (under half a mile south-east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Municipal Borough of Ealing (1.3 miles 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