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Party Fish and Chip Van for Lyne events
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your party makes the food a highlight of your party in Lyne.
- Naming days and christenings
- Family reunions
- Anniversary celebrations
Book the van in Lyne
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
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.
Party fish and chip van in Lyne, fried fresh
We park on the drive or a firm spot near the party, with the serving hatch towards the garden. On the menu are curry sauce, cod and chips and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for children’s parties and retirement parties.
A country party near Lyne is perfect for fish and chips: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Parking and the way in
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The minimum booking
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Expected numbers
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Perfect for your party in Lyne
People book a chip van for parties because nobody has to cook. It’s also a bit of fun.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Lyne and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Engagement parties
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
If guests are coming by rail, Chertsey station, about 1.2 miles east, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the price includes, item by item
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- When final numbers are due
- When payment is due
Space, access and the venue
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Lyne
Is Lyne too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you serve after a service at Church of Holy Trinity?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is usually elsewhere. Send us the address.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we’ll advise.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
What do you bring?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
When do you arrive?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van, mainly. Mention power and water and we will confirm the rest.
How much does a fish and chip van for your party cost in Lyne?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your party and we’ll send a quote.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Arrange an alternative if needed
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
Plan where the queue stands.
A gazebo by the hatch keeps the queue dry.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Next to a DIY barbecue, the host is not stuck cooking all afternoon. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What you get with us
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Take a look at how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and children love it.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
What else we do in Lyne
Party venues around Lyne
Lyne is about 3 miles south of Egham, in Surrey. Wherever your party is in the KT16 area, we can bring the van to you. We cover all 395 towns and villages in Surrey. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 10 miles away.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of Holy Trinity, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. Thinking of using Riverside Walk? Parks generally need the owner’s permission, frequently the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade.
Wherever your party is in KT16, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Almners Road, Pantiles Close and Lyne Lane, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. If your venue is just outside Lyne, we also cover Chertsey (1 mile east), Trumps Green (2 miles west), Ottershaw (2 miles south), Stonehill (2 miles south-west) and Row Town (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (10 miles south), Woking (5 miles south), Camberley (9 miles south-west), Epsom (12 miles east), Ewell (12 miles east) and Egham (3 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Spelthorne Museum (3.3 miles north) and St. Peter's Hospital (0.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Lyne includes St Ann's Hill and St Ann's Lake.
- Nearby schools include White Lodge Children's Centre (0.8 miles south-east) and Salesian School (0.9 miles south-east)
How the day works
The first sign we’ve arrived is usually the smell, about the time the first guests wander across. After that, it is a steady flow to the hatch. At midsummer, it is light in Lyne until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- We start with a few details about your party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Let us know the serving time
- Get permission for the van from the venue
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
- 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