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Fish and chip van for parties in Shanklin Village, Greater London
Something for almost everyone: 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 Shanklin Village.
- Christenings and naming days
- Summer garden parties
- Family reunions
A chip van near Shanklin Village
Planning a party in Shanklin Village
Shanklin Village is about 1 mile south of Sutton, in Greater London. We take a fish and chip van for your party to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Shanklin Village. Shanklin Village is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. Our bookings stretch from Shanklin Village to London (11 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Belmont station is in Shanklin Village itself. If you had Manor Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans can’t simply park up and serve in a public park.
We cover parties in every part of the SM2 and SM5 postcode area and the streets around it. From York Road, Downs Road and Burdon Lane or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. For parties just outside Shanklin Village, we cover Sutton (1 mile north), Banstead (2 miles south), Little Woodcote (2 miles east), Benhilton (2 miles north) and Carshalton (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as London (11 miles north-east), City of Westminster (12 miles north), Marylebone (12 miles north), Kensington (11 miles north), St Pancras (13 miles north) and Shoreditch (13 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Sutton Hospital (within half a mile south-east) and Honeywood Museum (1.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Shanklin Village includes Belmont Pastures and Duppas Hill.
- Schools near Shanklin Village include Avenue Primary Academy (within half a mile south-west) and Glaisdale School (0.7 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Old Bank pub (0.9 miles north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Municipal Borough of Sutton and Cheam (0.9 miles north)
About our party fish and chip van in Shanklin Village
Birthdays, garden parties, anniversaries and christenings all suit a fish and chip van. It is food every generation enjoys. We serve curry sauce, haddock and chips and cod and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater anniversaries and engagement parties and family reunions.
Planning a London party in Shanklin Village? A van means no cooking for you, at home, at a hall or at a club. Tell us about parking permits. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
- Location
- Shanklin Village (SM2, SM5)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Perfect for your party in Shanklin Village
Hot food beats a buffet that’s been out for hours.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Engagement parties
- Retirement parties
Within reach of Shanklin Village are historic houses such as Nonsuch Mansion (1.6 miles north-west) and Fitznells Manor (2.4 miles west). 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 you book
- What the price includes, item by item
- VAT, if it applies
- Payment terms and deposit
- How much space the van takes up
Step by step
Serving is straightforward: everything is handed over hot from the hatch. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. At midsummer, it is light in Shanklin Village until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- We start with a few details about your party.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Ask for a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your party for your party in Shanklin Village? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The day of the week
- How long we serve
- Your choice of menu
- Whether a minimum applies
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The address or venue name
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the van would park
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Shanklin Village, and we will check the date and send a price.
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Have a back-up for special diets
It is worth telling the neighbours, or invite them.
Finish with the birthday cake.
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About the food
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and children love it.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
For event organisers in Shanklin Village
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
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.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Buffets are simple but rarely memorable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
What you get with us
- Quick service from the hatch
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A quote that spells everything out
- Something for guests to gather round
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Where the van can park in Shanklin Village
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A spot near your guests
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
Shanklin Village is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the hatch
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
Shanklin Village: your questions answered
We are gathering after a service at Church of St John: can you come?
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 parking a problem for the van in Shanklin Village?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We will work around it.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we will include them in the plan.
Will the van fit on our drive?
That depends on the space and the route in. Tell us about gates, slopes and overhead branches, and we will advise.
Do we need to provide equipment?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we will confirm what we need.
Can you do something for the children?
Sausage and chips, usually. Let us know numbers and ages.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you cover Shanklin Village?
Yes, we do. Shanklin Village is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
- 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