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Fish and chip van for parties in Lower Bourne, Surrey
We bring a fish and chip van for your party to Lower Bourne and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Summer garden parties
- Leaving parties
- Anniversary celebrations
Book the van in Lower Bourne
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
How our party fish and chip van works in Lower Bourne
With a chip van, the host gets to enjoy the party too. We park up, fry to order and hand it over hot. Popular choices include cod and chips, gravy and haddock and chips, and we’re often booked for leaving parties and street parties and neighbourhood events.
Parties around Lower Bourne are often relaxed garden affairs. The van fits right in. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
Parties in Lower Bourne: homes, halls and local tips
Lower Bourne is about 1 mile south of Farnham, in Surrey. Around Lower Bourne, we park wherever there is level, firm ground, close to your guests. Lower Bourne is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. Our bookings stretch from Lower Bourne to Guildford (about 10 miles away).
If the day starts at St Martin by the Green, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives. A green space like Underdown nature reserve is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, typically the council’s. Lower Bourne 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 GU10 and GU9 and the streets around it. We can serve a party on streets such as Fox Road, Ford Lane and Kiln Lane or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Main roads around Lower Bourne include the A287, so getting the van to your party is simple. Nearby, we also serve parties in Tilford Reeds (1 mile south-east), Shortfield Common (1 mile south), Millbridge (2 miles south), Tilford (2 miles east) and Frensham (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (10 miles east), Woking (12 miles north-east), Camberley (10 miles north), Frimley (8 miles north), Haslemere (8 miles south) and Cranleigh (14 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Museum of Farnham (1.3 miles north-west) and Farnham Castle (1.6 miles north). Open spaces near Lower Bourne include Culverswell Hill and Aunt's Pool.
- Nearby schools include Highfield South Farnham School (0.9 miles north-west) and Edgeborough School (1 mile south)
- Nearby, you will find The Fox Public House (within half a mile north)
Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Lower Bourne: your questions answered
Could you trade in Underdown nature reserve?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
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’ll follow the site rules.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Can the van come to Lower Bourne?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Lower Bourne and across Surrey. Send us your date to check availability.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Can you come to a street party?
Yes, where the council allows it. Start the road closure application early.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Buffets are simple but rarely memorable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. 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 book our van in Lower Bourne
- All the chip-shop extras
- We cover Lower Bourne and the whole of Surrey
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Hot food handed straight over
Take a look at how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Nearby places to Lower Bourne
What else we do in Lower Bourne
Where the van can park in Lower Bourne
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A short walk from the party
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Chips
Step by step
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. Sunset in Lower Bourne drops to about 7:05pm by late September and 3:55pm by December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- It starts with your date, address and numbers.
- 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.
- We pack up when we’re done and leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
Related guides
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Lower Bourne?
Hot food beats a buffet that is been out for hours.
In Lower Bourne and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Retirement parties
- Kids’ birthday parties
Historic houses near Lower Bourne include Farnham Castle (1.6 miles north). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
What your quote should include
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- If the price includes VAT
- Any minimum charge
- When payment is due
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The date and time of year
- Distance and any road charges
- The number of meals
- How easy the site is to reach
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Where the van would park
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and you’ll get a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
- 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