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Fish and chip van for parties in Horton, Surrey
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your party in Horton and the surrounding area.
- Christenings and naming days
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Children’s parties
Book the van in Horton
Party fish and chip van for your party in Horton
You don’t need to hire a hall: a chip van on the drive turns your home into the venue. Typical bookings include family parties with children and garden get-togethers, with curry sauce, mushy peas and haddock and chips.
A country party near Horton is perfect for fish and chips: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Everything is fried fresh at your party, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Looking after everyone
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Make sure the van can park legally
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
- A picture of the parking spot helps
We arrive, park up and heat the fryers, and serve as the party carries on.
A few lights around the van look great.
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Other occasions in Horton
The process
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we’re there in good time before you want to eat. Sunset in Horton drops to about 7:05pm by late September and 3:55pm by December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Let us know the serving time
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Who books party fish and chip van in Horton?
It suits all ages, so it’s ideal for family parties.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Horton:
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Engagement parties
- Summer garden parties
- Get-togethers with old friends
Historic houses near Horton include Fitznells Manor (1.7 miles east) and Nonsuch Mansion (2.8 miles east). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler.
Comparing caterers
- When final numbers are due
- What happens if plans change
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Horton parties: what to know
Horton is about 1 mile north-west of Epsom, in Surrey. Bookings in Horton come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We take the van to all 395 towns and villages in Surrey. You can also see our page for London, about 13 miles away.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. If you had Horton Country Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans cannot simply park up and serve in a public park. Horton is within about 7 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cover parties in every part of KT19 and KT9. From Horton Lane, Oakwood Avenue and Jenner Way or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Close by, we cover parties in Chessington (1 mile north), Epsom (1 mile south-east), Ewell (2 miles east), Old Malden (2 miles north-east) and Stoneleigh (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (14 miles south-west), Woking (12 miles west), Horley (13 miles south-east), Redhill (9 miles south-east), Egham (12 miles north-west) and Reigate (9 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include The Ashley Centre (1.6 miles south-east) and Epsom Cluster (0.6 miles south-east). The countryside around Horton includes Bonesgate Open Space and The Lake.
- Schools near Horton include Chessington Community College (0.9 miles north-west) and Kingswood House School (1.2 miles south-east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Municipal Borough of Surbiton (1.7 miles north)
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
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 is crisp.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
What comes out of the fryer
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce and it is on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Horton: your questions answered
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Mary the Virgin: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Can the van go to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you come to a street party?
Yes, where the council allows it. Start the road closure application early.
How early do summer dates go?
Summer Saturdays book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
What areas do you cover?
We take the van across London and the South East, including Surrey. Find your area.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we will include them in the plan.
What affects the price in Horton
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How many people are eating
- The day of the week
- Cod, haddock or both
- How long we serve
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your party is.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where the van would park
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Where the event is
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
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. You can fill in our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Space, access and the venue
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A spot near your guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
From the hatch
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- 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