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Fish and chip van for parties in Horley, Surrey
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your party in Horley and the surrounding area.
- Children’s parties
- Big birthdays
- Retirement celebrations
Fresh fish and chips in Horley
A chip van compared with other options
Buffets are simple but rarely memorable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Why book with us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Something for guests to gather round
How our party fish and chip van works in Horley
It feels like a treat, but stays relaxed: paper portions of fish and chips in the garden. For street parties and reunions and family get-togethers, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, gravy and haddock and chips.
Garden parties are a favourite in Horley, with a local hall or club as a good back-up. All we need is a level parking spot. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
Horley parties: what to know
Horley is about 5 miles north of Crawley, in Surrey. We serve parties at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Horley. We take the van to 395 places across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 18 miles away.
Guests arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Horley station, about 0.8 miles south-east. Horley 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 RH6 postcode area and the streets around it. From Station Road, High Street and Church Road or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. With the A23 and B2036 close by, Horley is simple for us to get to for your party. For parties just outside Horley, we cover Hookwood (1 mile south-west), Fernhill (2 miles south-east), Burstow (2 miles south-east), Smallfield (2 miles east) and Shipley Bridge (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Epsom (12 miles north), Redhill (4 miles north), Ewell (13 miles north), Reigate (4 miles north), Caterham (8 miles north-east) and Dorking (8 miles north-west). Horley is one of the larger places we cover in Surrey, with plenty of venues for parties.
Well-known places in the area include Reigate Castle (4.5 miles north) and East Surrey Hospital (2.8 miles north). Open spaces near Horley include Reigate Heath.
- Local schools include Oakwood School (0.7 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Bull pub (within half a mile west)
Perfect for your party in Horley
It suits all ages, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re frequently booked for:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Street parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Big birthdays
If the day starts at St Wilfrid's Church, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives.
Comparing caterers
- Whether VAT is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- How late numbers can change
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
- Put allergy details in writing
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
After service, we pack up and leave the drive tidy.
A gazebo by the hatch keeps the queue dry.
Towns and villages near Horley
What else we do in Horley
Should I sort the food myself?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the party.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. 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.
Where the van can park in Horley
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the hatch
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
These are the factors that matter most:
- Access and parking
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Service time
- The date and time of year
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Your date and serving time
- Where the event is
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
What happens on the day
We do not cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. Autumn and winter parties in Horley get dark early: about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December, so think about lighting by the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Getting a price
Each quote is put together for your party. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
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Common questions in Horley
Can the van go to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
We are gathering after a service at St Wilfrid's Church: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is generally elsewhere. Send us the address.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Can the van park on my drive?
That depends on the space and the route in. Mention anything tight, and we’ll tell you honestly.
Can you do something for the children?
Yes. Children typically love sausage and chips. Include them in your numbers.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before booking.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
- 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