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Party Fish and Chip Van in Longcross
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your party in Longcross and the surrounding area.
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Big birthdays
- Christenings and naming days
Party fish and chip van in Longcross
Party fish and chip van in Longcross, cooked to order
The queue at the hatch gets people mixing, which is what a party is all about. We are frequently asked to cater get-togethers with old friends and birthday parties, serving cod and chips, curry sauce and haddock and chips.
In a small place like Longcross, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. Timings are planned around your party, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Other occasions in Longcross
About the food
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Longcross parties: what to know
Longcross is about 4 miles south-west of Egham, in Surrey. Wherever your party is in the KT16 area, we will come to your venue, home or workplace. We take the van to all 395 towns and villages across Surrey. Our bookings stretch from Longcross to Guildford (about 9 miles away).
Historic houses near Longcross include Botleys Mansion (2.3 miles east). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first. A christening at Longcross Church followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
Anywhere in KT16, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can serve a party on streets such as Longcross Road, Tanglewood Close and Albury Close or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Trumps Green (1 mile north-east), Stonehill (1 mile south-east), Lyne (2 miles east), Mimbridge (3 miles south) and Ottershaw (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (9 miles south), Woking (4 miles south), Camberley (7 miles south-west), Epsom (14 miles east), Farnham (15 miles south-west) and Ewell (14 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find St. Peter's Hospital (2.6 miles east) and Chobham Museum (2.2 miles south). Open spaces near Longcross include Virginia Water Lake and St Ann's Hill.
Working with your venue
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Planning the van’s spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A short walk from the party
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Longcross
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Step by step
We need a level, firm place to park the van, near your guests, which we agree with you beforehand. Autumn and winter parties in Longcross get dark early: about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check where the van can park and send a price.
- On the day, we park up and get the fryers going.
- We serve hot from the hatch while the party carries on.
- Afterwards, we clear up and leave you to it.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Getting a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your party for your party in Longcross? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Longcross: your questions answered
Can you serve after a service at Longcross Church?
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. Tell us where you will gather.
Do you come out to small places like Longcross?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we’ll reply with a price.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we will say what we need.
Can the van park on my drive?
It depends on the drive and the access. Tell us about gates, slopes and overhead branches, and we will advise.
What do you bring?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Do you take everything away?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Numbers
- Cod, haddock or both
- Access and parking
- Travel, tolls and road charges
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Where the event is
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Your date and serving time
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your party in Longcross, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
A chip van compared with other options
Ordering in for a crowd means long waits. The van cooks right there. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No kitchen needed
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Count children separately
For a children’s party, serve food about an hour in, before the cake.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
- 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