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Fish and chip van for parties in Lightwater, Surrey
Looking for a fish and chip van for your party in Lightwater? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Garden get-togethers
- Children’s parties
Planning an event in Lightwater?
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Party fish and chip van in Lightwater, cooked to order
We park on the drive or a firm spot near the party, with the serving hatch towards the garden. We serve pie and chips, curry sauce and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for street parties and neighbourhood events and retirement celebrations.
For a party in Lightwater, home is often the best venue. Tell us about the drive and the lane, and we will do the rest. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
Keep the queue away from the road if the van is on the drive.
Finish with the birthday cake.
The process
We arrive on time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen and the hatch goes up. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out at the time you asked for. A summer party in Lightwater stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- 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
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Clear the route for the van
Getting a price
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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A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a party that feels special but relaxed, a chip van is hard to beat in Lightwater. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your party is.
Why Lightwater hosts choose us
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Common questions in Lightwater
Can the van park in Brentmoor Heath?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first.
How far is Lightwater from London?
About 27 miles from central London, and well within our area.
How far ahead should we book a party?
Summer Saturdays book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Is there a kids’ option?
Most children go for sausage and chips. Tell us how many children to expect.
What can guests choose from?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
What do you bring?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Hosting a chip van party in Lightwater
Lightwater is about 3 miles east of Camberley, in Surrey. Anywhere in GU18, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. We cover all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Lightwater to Guildford (8 miles away).
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as All Saints, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. Parks such as Brentmoor Heath generally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first.
We serve parties across the GU18 and GU19 postcode area. Streets in the area include Ambleside Road, Ridgeway Close and Shrublands Drive, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. If your venue is just outside Lightwater, we also cover Donkey Town (1 mile south-east), Bagshot (1 mile north-west), Windlesham (1 mile north-east), Lucas Green (2 miles south-east) and West End (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (8 miles south-east), Woking (5 miles south-east), Camberley (3 miles west), Farnham (11 miles south-west), Egham (8 miles north-east) and Walton-on-Thames (12 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Brookwood Hospital (3.3 miles south-east) and The Museum of The National Rifle Association (2.7 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Brookwood Lye.
- Local schools include Gordon's School (1.2 miles east)
Places near Lightwater
More for events in Lightwater
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
What the van needs
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A spot near your guests
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Any minimum charge
- Your choice of menu
- The date and time of year
- How easy the site is to reach
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- The address or venue name
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the van would park
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
- 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