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Party Fish and Chip Van in Merrow
Bring the chip shop to your party in Merrow. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Get-togethers with old friends
Planning an event in Merrow?
Party fish and chip van in Merrow, cooked to order
Sausage and chips covers the children and anyone who doesn’t want fish, so nobody needs a separate meal. Whether it is retirement parties and summer garden parties, we’ll put together a menu of haddock and chips, mushy peas and gravy.
Parties around Merrow are often relaxed garden affairs. A chip van fits right in. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
What comes out of the fryer
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce and it’s on the menu.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Planning the van’s spot
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Merrow
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
Step by step
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace to suit your party. Sunset in Merrow drops to about 7:05pm by late September and 3:55pm by December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- You share 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.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Preparing for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Let us know the serving time
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Merrow
How far is Merrow from London?
Roughly 26 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can the van park in Riverside Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Do you need power or water from us?
Let us know about power and water at the house, and we’ll confirm what we need.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
How much does a fish and chip van for your party cost in Merrow?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Do you bring everything you need?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Looking after everyone
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Let your neighbours know
- Send us a picture of the drive
- Arrange an alternative if needed
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
Have bins and napkins by the van.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
Parties in Merrow: homes, halls and local tips
Merrow is about 2 miles east of Guildford, in Surrey. For parties in Merrow, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We take the van to all 395 towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages.
Thinking of using Riverside Park? Parks usually need the owner’s permission, often the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade. Historic houses near Merrow include Clandon Park (0.9 miles east) and Chilworth Manor (1.8 miles south). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler. Merrow is within about 4 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Wherever your party is in GU1 and GU4, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your party could be at a house on Park Lane, Grove Road and Wykeham Road or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Burpham (1 mile north-west), Abbotswood (1 mile west), West Clandon (2 miles north-east), Guildford (2 miles west) and Chilworth (2 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Woking (5 miles north), Camberley (11 miles north-west), Epsom (13 miles north-east), Farnham (12 miles west), Ewell (14 miles north-east) and Egham (13 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Guildford Castle (2.1 miles south-west) and Surrey Infantry Museum (0.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Merrow includes St Martha's Hill and Colyer's Hanger and Silent Pool.
- Schools near Merrow include St Peter's Catholic School (within half a mile west) and St Peter's Catholic School (under half a mile west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Horse And Groom Public House (within half a mile south)
Nearby places to Merrow
Also in Merrow
Perfect for your party in Merrow
It’s a real treat for guests, and it gets people talking.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Garden get-togethers
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Engagement parties
- Big birthdays
A christening at Church of St John the Evangelist followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
Questions to ask before booking
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Any minimum charge
- The van’s size and access needs
- The deposit and payment dates
DIY versus a fish and chip van
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the party.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is generally simpler.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- How far we travel
- The date and time of year
- The minimum booking
- Access and parking
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your party.
Details that help
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Where the van would park
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the space and the way in
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
- 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