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Party Fish and Chip Van in Nutfield
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your party in Nutfield.
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Naming days and christenings
- Garden get-togethers
Party fish and chip van for Nutfield events
How our party fish and chip van works in Nutfield
A chip van turns a party into an occasion without anyone being stuck in the kitchen. We park up, fry to order and hand it over hot. Whether it’s reunions and family get-togethers and children’s parties, we can cook pie and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips and more.
In a small place like Nutfield, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
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.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
The process
We get there well before service, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your guests can wander over to the hatch as soon as we open. Sunset in Nutfield drops to about 7:05pm by late September and 3:55pm by December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- We start with a few details about your party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Give us a contact for the day
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
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A fish and chip van or other catering?
A hog roast is one dish, while a chip van gives people a choice. The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
Why us?
- A clear quote before booking
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Hot food handed straight over
- We cover Nutfield and the whole of Surrey
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
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What else we do in Nutfield
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
For a children’s party, serve food about an hour in.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
What the van needs
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Nutfield
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
FAQs for Nutfield
What’s the nearest station to Nutfield?
The closest is Nutfield station, roughly 0.9 miles away.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Peter and St Paul?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
What can guests choose from?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is typically simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
What do children eat?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include them in your numbers.
Parties in Nutfield: homes, halls and local tips
Nutfield is about 2 miles east of Redhill, in Surrey. Tell us where your party in Nutfield will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. Nutfield is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our bookings stretch from Nutfield to London (18 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, Nutfield station is about 0.9 miles away. Thinking of using Nutfield Marshes? Parks usually need the owner’s permission, frequently the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Nutfield, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
This part of Surrey takes in RH1. From High Street, Hunters Gate and Cooper's Hill Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. With the A25 close by, Nutfield is simple for us to get to for your party. We also bring the van to parties in South Nutfield (1 mile south), Brewer Street (1 mile north-east), Holmethorpe (1 mile north-west), South Merstham (2 miles north-west) and Redhill (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (9 miles north-west), Horley (5 miles south-west), Ewell (10 miles north-west), Reigate (3 miles west), Caterham (4 miles north-east) and Dorking (9 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include East Surrey Hospital (2.1 miles south-west) and Surrey Fire Museum (2.9 miles west). Open spaces near Nutfield include Bay Pond and Mercers Lake.
- Local schools include The Carrington School (1.5 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Queens Head Public House (less than half a mile east)
Occasions we serve in Nutfield
Fresh food beats a tired buffet, especially as the evening cools.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Big birthdays
After a christening at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What to look for in a quote
- The cancellation terms
- When payment is due
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What they can offer for dietary needs
What affects the price in Nutfield
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- The minimum booking
- Numbers
- Access and parking
- How long we serve
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The venue or postcode
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Nutfield? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through 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