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Party Fish and Chip Van for Roundshaw events

From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your party makes the food a highlight of your party in Roundshaw.

  • Street parties
  • Kids’ birthday parties
  • Leaving parties

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Book the van in Roundshaw

The process

The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, which we agree with you beforehand. A summer party in Roundshaw stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.

  1. You share your date, numbers and address.
  2. We check the route in and send a price.
  3. We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
  4. Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
  5. We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.

How to prepare

  • Get permission for the van from the venue
  • Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
  • Choose a level, firm spot for the van

Getting a price

To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.

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Party fish and chip van in Roundshaw, cooked to order

It feels like a treat, but stays relaxed: fish and chips from the van, eaten in the garden. We serve gravy, sausage and chips and curry sauce, and typical bookings are for engagement parties and big birthdays.

Most parties in Roundshaw are at home, and in London that normally means a drive or street parking. A drive is ideal; otherwise, check what’s allowed on the street. A picture helps. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your party, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.

Close-up of sausage and chips with sauce
Area
Roundshaw (SM6, CR8, CR0)
Region
Greater London
Menu
Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
On the side
Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
Quote
Contact us for a quote
Page updated
24 October 2026

Roundshaw: your questions answered

Can the van park in Waddon Ponds?

Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Check with them first.

Which station is closest to Roundshaw?

The closest is Wallington station, roughly 0.9 miles away.

Do you need power or water?

Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we’ll confirm the rest.

How quickly can you serve everyone?

A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we will advise.

Can you park at our house?

That depends on the space and the route in. Tell us about gates, slopes and overhead branches, and we’ll tell you honestly.

What food do you serve?

The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.

Can you go on a lawn or field?

That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we’ll advise.

How far ahead should we book a party?

As early as you can for summer weekends. Ask about your date.

Should I sort the food myself?

Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.

Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.

A fish and chip van or other catering?

A buffet is easy but forgettable. The van becomes part of the party. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.

Why book with us

  • Fish and chips fried fresh on site
  • A clear quote before you book
  • We cover Roundshaw and the whole of Greater London
  • Something for guests to gather round

See our pricing and the cost guide.

For planners, venues and organisers

Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.

Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.

Looking after everyone

We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:

  • Send us a picture of the drive
  • Tell us how many children are coming
  • Tell the neighbours the van is coming
  • Tell us about coeliac guests specifically

After service, we pack up and leave the drive tidy.

Finish with the birthday cake.

What comes out of the fryer

Gravy

Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.

Mushy peas

Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.

Occasions we serve in Roundshaw

You don’t need a venue: a drive or firm lawn is enough.

A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Roundshaw, people book us for events such as:

  • Family reunions
  • Leaving parties
  • Family celebrations after a christening
  • Milestone birthdays

No room for the van at home? A club or hall car park near Roundshaw frequently works.

Before booking anyone

  • The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
  • When payment is due
  • Whether VAT is included
  • How allergens are handled

Choosing a fish and chip van

Where the van can park in Roundshaw

Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:

  • Somewhere close to where people will eat
  • Lighting nearby for evening events
  • Access wide and high enough for the van

Roundshaw is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.

Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.

On the menu in Roundshaw

  • Curry sauce
  • Sausage and chips
  • Cod and chips
  • Mushy peas
  • Chips
  • Pie and chips
  • Haddock and chips
  • Gravy

See the full menu

Parties in Roundshaw: homes, halls and local tips

Roundshaw is about 2 miles south-west of Croydon, in Greater London. In and around Roundshaw, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London. You can also see our page for London, about 10 miles away.

A green space like Waddon Ponds is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, usually the council’s. If the day starts at St. Paul's, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives.

Wherever your party is in SM6, CR8 and CR0, we can bring the van to you. Whether your party is on Link Lane, Milton Road and Redwing Road or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. If your venue is just outside Roundshaw, we also cover Russell Hill (1 mile east), Bandonhill (1 mile north), Peaks Hill (1 mile south), Waddon (1 mile north-east) and Wallington (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also take the van to London (10 miles north), City of Westminster (11 miles north), Marylebone (11 miles north), Kensington (11 miles north), St Pancras (12 miles north) and Shoreditch (12 miles north).

A little further out are St George's Walk (2 miles north-east) and Purley War Memorial Hospital (1.2 miles south-east). Open spaces near Roundshaw include Roundshaw Downs and Duppas Hill.

  • Local schools include Wilson's School (under half a mile north-east) and The John Fisher School (0.6 miles south)
  • Pubs nearby include The Whispering Moon pub (0.9 miles north-west)
  • Parks and local facilities nearby include County Borough of Croydon (1.9 miles north-east)
Map of Roundshaw © OpenStreetMap contributors
  • 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

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