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Fish and chip van for parties in Westcott, Surrey
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your party in Westcott and the surrounding area.
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Big birthdays
- Anniversary celebrations
Planning an event in Westcott?
How our party fish and chip van works in Westcott
The van can park on a drive, a hardstanding or a firm lawn, with the serving hatch towards the garden. On the menu are mushy peas, haddock and chips and pie and chips, and we are often booked for family celebrations after a christening and big birthdays.
Near Westcott, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the route. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Westcott?
A buffet is easy but forgettable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What you get with us
- No kitchen needed
- Quick service from the hatch
- Events in Westcott and across Surrey
- No surprises in your quote
Read how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Nearby places to Westcott
Also in Westcott
Questions from Westcott
Can you serve after a service at St John's Community Hall?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
Do you come out to small places like Westcott?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What do you need at the house?
A suitable spot for the van, mainly. Tell us what’s available and we’ll take it from there.
Do you do anything other than fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll plan for them.
Can the van come to our street party?
Yes, once the council has agreed the closure. Mention the van in your application.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
What affects the price in Westcott
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Access and parking
- The minimum booking
- Cod, haddock or both
- Numbers
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where the event is
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- A photo of the parking spot helps
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Put allergy details in writing
- Have a back-up for special diets
After service, we pack up.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Events we cater in Westcott
It suits all ages, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Family reunions
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Birthday parties
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
For party guests on the train, the nearest station is Dorking West station, about 1.4 miles north-east.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- What the price includes, item by item
- What happens if plans change
- When final numbers are due
Parties in Westcott: homes, halls and local tips
Westcott is about 2 miles west of Dorking, in Surrey. Whether your party is in the middle of Westcott or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We serve all 395 towns and villages in Surrey. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 9 miles away.
A christening at St John's Community Hall followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan. Nearby historic houses include Polesden Lacey (2.2 miles north). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. Westcott is within about 4 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For parties in RH4, we just need to know where the van can park. Whether your party is on Guildford Road, Chapel Lane and Stones Lane or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. Nearby, we also serve parties in Ranmore Common (1 mile north), Wotton (1 mile south-west), Dorking (2 miles east), North Holmwood (2 miles south-east) and Mid Holmwood (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (9 miles west), Woking (11 miles north-west), Epsom (9 miles north-east), Horley (9 miles east), Redhill (9 miles east) and Ewell (10 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Headley Court (6 miles north-east) and Mesolithic Museum (2.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Westcott includes Combe Bottom and Box Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Priory CofE Voluntary Aided School (1.1 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Prince of Wales pub (under half a mile east)
- Local facilities include Pippbrook House (1.9 miles north-east)
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Step by step
Here’s how the day usually runs: the van arrives and we set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot when you are ready to eat. A summer party in Westcott stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Send us the date, address, numbers and serving time.
- We check where the van can park and send a price.
- On the day we arrive, park up and heat the fryers.
- Guests come up to the hatch and we fry to order.
- We pack up afterwards and leave the drive tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Let us know the serving time
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Organising for someone else?
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
- 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