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Fish and chip van for parties in Ottershaw, Surrey
Looking for a fish and chip van for your party in Ottershaw? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Street parties
- Christenings and naming days
Party fish and chip van for Ottershaw events
Party fish and chip van for your party in Ottershaw
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. We serve sausage and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips, and we’re often booked for milestone birthdays and retirement parties.
For a party in Ottershaw, home is frequently the best venue. Tell us about the drive and the lane, and we will do the rest. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
Put bins and napkins near the hatch.
Plan cover in case of showers.
A chip van compared with other options
Next to a DIY barbecue, the host isn’t stuck cooking all afternoon. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Why book with us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- A clear quote before you book
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
Also in Ottershaw
Occasions we serve in Ottershaw
There is no kitchen to clear up afterwards, which makes the morning after much easier.
Whatever the occasion in Ottershaw, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re frequently booked for:
- Family parties with children
- Naming days and christenings
- Big birthdays
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Nearby historic houses include Botleys Mansion (0.8 miles north) and Byfleet Manor (3.6 miles south-east). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- How many hours the van serves
- Whether travel is included
- Whether VAT is included
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the party.
The process
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Guests generally gather round the hatch once service starts. At midsummer, it’s light in Ottershaw until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Give us a contact for the day
Getting a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Related guides
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Hosting a chip van party in Ottershaw
Ottershaw is about 4 miles west of Weybridge, in Surrey. Anywhere in KT16, we can bring the van to you. Ottershaw is one of 395 places in Surrey where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Ottershaw to Guildford (8 miles away).
A christening at Christ Church followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan. For party guests on the train, Chertsey station, about 1.9 miles north-east, is the nearest station.
This part of Surrey takes in KT16, and we can serve your party anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Ottermead Lane, Chaworth Close and Crawshaw Road, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Close by, we cover parties in Row Town (1 mile east), Stonehill (1 mile west), Woodham (1 mile south-east), Lyne (2 miles north) and Chertsey (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (8 miles south), Woking (4 miles south-west), Camberley (9 miles west), Epsom (11 miles east), Ewell (12 miles east) and Egham (5 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include The Hockey Museum (3.3 miles south) and St. Peter's Hospital (1 mile north). Open spaces near Ottershaw include St Ann's Lake and St Ann's Hill.
- Nearby schools include Jubilee High School (1.2 miles east) and White Lodge Children's Centre (1.2 miles north)
Planning the van’s spot
If a spot is not suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
From the hatch
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Ottershaw
How far is Ottershaw from London?
About 21 miles from central London.
Which station is closest to Ottershaw?
The closest is Chertsey station, roughly 1.9 miles away.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we will plan for them.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
How much does a fish and chip van for your party cost in Ottershaw?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Can you come to a street party?
Yes, once the council has agreed the closure. Mention the van in your application.
Do you come to Ottershaw?
We do. We serve events in Ottershaw and across Surrey. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Organising for someone else?
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
- 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