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Fish and chip van for parties in Tilford Common, Surrey
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Party fish and chip van in Tilford Common.
- Retirement celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
- Kids’ birthday parties
Party fish and chip van in Tilford Common
Party fish and chip van in Tilford Common, cooked to order
There’s no need for a venue: a chip van on the drive turns your home into the venue. We serve sausage and chips, cod and chips and gravy, and we’re regularly asked to cater birthday parties and family parties with children.
Country parties near Tilford Common suit a chip van: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
The process
There’s very little for you to do on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your party. The frying and serving are down to us. For a late-May party in Tilford Common, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it is about 9:20pm. After dark, light the area around the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Ask for a quote
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Tilford Common, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
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Occasions we serve in Tilford Common
Everyone from toddlers to grandparents enjoys it, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Tilford Common and Surrey:
- Summer garden parties
- Engagement parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Retirement parties
A christening at Church of All Saints followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
Before you book anyone
- What the price includes, item by item
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The cancellation terms
- What they can offer for dietary needs
Tilford Common: your questions answered
How far is Tilford Common from London?
About 36 miles from central London.
Could you trade in Thundry Meadows?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan service around it.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Tilford Common parties: what to know
Tilford Common is about 3 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. In and around Tilford Common, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. We take the van to 395 places across Surrey. We serve events right across the region, from Tilford Common to Guildford (9 miles away).
Thinking of using Thundry Meadows? Parks usually need the owner’s permission, frequently the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade. For party guests on the train, Farnham station is about 3.2 miles away. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Tilford Common, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Wherever your party is in GU10, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Other places close to Tilford Common we cover include Tilford Reeds (1 mile north-west), Tilford (1 mile north), Rushmoor (1 mile south), Charleshill (2 miles north-east) and Millbridge (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (9 miles north-east), Woking (12 miles north-east), Camberley (11 miles north), Farnham (3 miles north-west), Frimley (10 miles north) and Haslemere (6 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Milford Hospital (5.4 miles east) and Farnham Castle (3.9 miles north-west). The countryside around Tilford Common includes Culverswell Hill and Upper Lake.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Duke of Cambridge pub (under half a mile north-east)
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Confirm allergies by email
- Count children separately
- Have a back-up for special diets
It is worth telling the neighbours.
Plan cover in case of showers.
Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A short walk from the party
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
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About the food
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Tilford Common?
A buffet is easy but forgettable. The van becomes part of the party. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why book our van in Tilford Common
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- We cover Tilford Common and the whole of Surrey
- A van that becomes part of the event
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Read how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
For event organisers in Tilford Common
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on 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