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Fish and chip van for parties in Tattenham Corner, Surrey
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your party in Tattenham Corner and across Surrey.
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Children’s parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
Party fish and chip van for Tattenham Corner events
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
It is worth telling the neighbours, or invite them.
Plan cover in case of showers.
About our party fish and chip van in Tattenham Corner
Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers suit a chip van too, once the council has agreed the road closure. Typical bookings include family celebrations after a christening and anniversaries and engagement parties, serving pie and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips.
A country party near Tattenham Corner is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. You’ll know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
Step by step
When we arrive, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, timed around your party. At midsummer, it’s light in Tattenham Corner until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- It starts with your date, address and numbers.
- You get an access check and a clear price.
- On the day, we park up and get the fryers going.
- Guests come up to the hatch and we fry to order.
- Afterwards, we clear up and leave you to it.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Share the timings for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Ask for a quote
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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Where the van can park in Tattenham Corner
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A spot near your guests
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Tattenham Corner questions
Is Tattenham Corner too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s the nearest station to Tattenham Corner?
Tattenham Corner station, in Tattenham Corner itself.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
What do children eat?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include them in your numbers.
Planning a party in Tattenham Corner
Tattenham Corner is about 2 miles south-east of Epsom, in Surrey. Tattenham Corner is well within our area, so your party just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We cover all 395 towns and villages across Surrey. Our nearest city page is London, about 15 miles away.
Guests arriving by train should know that Tattenham Corner station serves Tattenham Corner directly. Among the historic houses close to Tattenham Corner are Fitznells Manor (3 miles north) and Nonsuch Mansion (3.5 miles north). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. Tattenham Corner is within about 5 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We take the van to parties all over KT18, KT20 and KT17. We can serve a party on streets such as Old London Road, Epsom Lane North and Azor Place, wherever the van can park. We also bring the van to parties in Great Burgh (1 mile east), Epsom Downs (1 mile north), Langley Vale (1 mile west), Burgh Heath (1 mile east) and Nork (1 mile north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (15 miles west), Woking (14 miles west), Horley (10 miles south), Redhill (6 miles south-east), Ewell (3 miles north) and Reigate (5 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include The Ashley Centre (1.9 miles north-west) and Walton on the Hill (1.9 miles south). The countryside around Tattenham Corner includes Colley Hill and Cuddington Meadows.
- Nearby schools include Aberdour School (1.2 miles east) and The Beacon School (1.3 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include Derby Arms (0.6 miles north-west)
Who books party fish and chip van in Tattenham Corner?
It suits all ages, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Tattenham Corner and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Milestone birthdays
- Retirement celebrations
- Family parties with children
- Street parties
A christening at St Mark followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
Questions to ask before you book
- The cancellation terms
- Payment terms and deposit
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- What the van needs: space, access, power
The menu, dish by dish
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and it is a favourite with children.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Whether a minimum applies
- How far we travel
- The number of meals
- The date and time of year
Larger groups generally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A photo of the parking spot
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Tattenham Corner, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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Organising for someone else?
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.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the party.
- 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