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Party Fish and Chip Van for Shillinglee events
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your party in Shillinglee. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Naming days and christenings
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Anniversary celebrations
Party fish and chip van in Shillinglee
How our party fish and chip van works in Shillinglee
It is a treat that feels special without being formal: fish and chips from the van, eaten in the garden. On the menu are sausage and chips, pie and chips and curry sauce, and we’re regularly asked to cater family celebrations after a christening and garden get-togethers.
Country parties near Shillinglee suit a chip van: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu.
For event organisers in Shillinglee
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
What comes out of the fryer
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Shillinglee
Is Shillinglee too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you come to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
What does the van need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a picture.
Do you need power or water from us?
A suitable spot for the van, mainly. Tell us what’s available and we’ll take it from there.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your party and we’ll send a quote.
Towns and villages near Shillinglee
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Events we cater in Shillinglee
It is a real treat for guests, and people talk about it afterwards.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Shillinglee and Surrey:
- Milestone birthdays
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Anniversary celebrations
- Christenings and naming days
For party guests on the train, the nearest station is Witley station, about 3.8 miles north.
What to look for in a quote
- Any minimum charge
- What the price includes, item by item
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The deadline for final numbers
Party venues around Shillinglee
Shillinglee is about 12 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. Wherever your party is in the GU8 area, we will come to your venue, home or workplace. We serve all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 12 miles away.
The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Shillinglee, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
For parties in GU8, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Ramsnest Common (1 mile north-west), Northchapel (2 miles south-west), Ansteadbrook (2 miles west), Ebernoe (3 miles south) and Lurgashall (4 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (12 miles north), Farnham (12 miles north-west), Haslemere (4 miles west), Cranleigh (7 miles north-east), Ash (12 miles north) and Godalming (7 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Haslemere and District Hospital (3.8 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Shillinglee Lake and Blackdown.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
A hog roast is pork only, while a chip van gives people a choice. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your party is.
Why Shillinglee hosts choose us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- A van that becomes part of the event
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at our pricing or what a fish and chip van costs.
Where the van can park in Shillinglee
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
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. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Confirm allergies by email
- Send us a photo of the drive
We park on the agreed spot and set up, and serve as the party carries on.
Seats or a few tables help people eat comfortably.
How the day works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your party in Shillinglee. In Shillinglee, a June party has light until about 9:20pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:05pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
- 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