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Fish and chip van for parties in St John's Wood, Greater London
Bring the chip shop to your party in St John's Wood. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Birthday parties
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Planning an event in St John's Wood?
Occasions we serve in St John's Wood
There’s no kitchen to clear up afterwards.
Whatever the occasion in St John's Wood, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are frequently booked for:
- Garden get-togethers
- Retirement celebrations
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Children’s parties
Local halls and clubs near St John's Wood are an option if there is nowhere to park at home.
Before booking anyone
- How much space the van takes up
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether VAT is included
- The deposit and payment dates
Party fish and chip van for your party in St John's Wood
Everything is cooked as people come up, rather than sitting on a buffet table all afternoon. Typical bookings include summer garden parties and christenings and naming days, serving curry sauce, haddock and chips and pie and chips.
Most parties in St John's Wood are at home, and in London that normally means a drive or street parking. If you have a drive, the van can frequently go there; if not, check the street’s parking rules. A picture helps. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
- Location
- St John's Wood (NW8, NW6, NW3)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Common questions in St John's Wood
What’s the nearest station to St John's Wood?
St John's Wood has its own station: South Hampstead station.
Could you trade in Primrose Hill?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
When should we book for a summer party?
Summer weekends go first. Get in touch with your date.
Can the van come to St John's Wood?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including St John's Wood. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
Can the van come to our street party?
Yes, once the council has agreed the closure. Tell the council about the van.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is usually simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can you cook in the rain?
The weather does not stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It is battered and fried to order.
What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- How far we travel
- The number of meals
- The minimum booking
- Access and parking
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Where the van would park
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Expected numbers
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
What happens on the day
Service is quick: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. In St John's Wood, a June party has light until about 9:20pm, while a late-September one is dark by about 7:05pm. Plan lights for the drive and the queue if you are eating late.
- 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.
- 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
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
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Organising for someone else?
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
A chip van compared with other options
For a party that feels special but relaxed, a fish and chip van is a great choice in St John's Wood. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- A clear quote before you book
- Hot food handed straight over
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Read how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
Hosting a chip van party in St John's Wood
St John's Wood is about 1 mile south of Hampstead, in Greater London. People in St John's Wood book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve 764 places across Greater London.
Parks such as Primrose Hill normally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. If guests are coming by rail, St John's Wood has its own station, South Hampstead station.
For parties in NW8, NW6 and NW3, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. From The Lane, Hall Road and Hill Road or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. With the A5205 close by, St John's Wood is simple for us to get to for your party. Nearby, we also serve parties in South Hampstead (1 mile north), Swiss Cottage (1 mile north), Primrose Hill (1 mile north-east), Lisson Grove (1 mile south) and Haverstock (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (4 miles south-east), Kensington (3 miles south-west), St Pancras (3 miles east), Shoreditch (4 miles east), Walthamstow (7 miles north-east) and Hoxton (4 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find O2 Centre (0.9 miles north) and Sherlock Holmes Museum (1.1 miles south-east). The countryside around St John's Wood includes The Long Water and Primrose Hill.
- Schools near St John's Wood include Quintin Kynaston Community Academy (less than half a mile north-west) and Arnold House School (under half a mile south-west)
- Local pubs include Cafe Med pub (within half a mile north-west)
- Local facilities include Cecil Sharp House (1.1 miles east) and Metropolitan Borough of Hampstead (1.1 miles north)
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Planning for dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Let your neighbours know
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
Plan where the queue stands if the van is on the drive.
Bunting and festoon lights by the van make it part of the party.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
- 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