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Fish and chip van hire in CR2
Fish and chip van hire across CR2, covering South Croydon, Selsdon and Sanderstead. Weddings, parties, staff days, fêtes and wakes, fried fresh at the hatch.
Fish and chip van hire in CR2
Towns and villages in CR2
- South Croydon
- Selsdon
- Sanderstead
- Croydon
- Purley
- Waddon
- Forestdale
- Kenley
- Riddlesdown
- Hamsey Green
- Addington
- Coombe
What we do in CR2
- Fish and chip van hire
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Film and TV set catering
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Funeral and wake catering
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Care home fish and chip visits
- See everything we do
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a price: send us your details through our quote form.
Our fish and chip van hire in CR2
The van needs no kitchen, no hall and no crockery. All it needs is a level spot it can reach, which most drives, car parks and yards can offer. Popular choices include cod and chips, gravy and haddock and chips, and we are frequently booked for garden get-togethers and gatherings after a funeral.
There’s very little for you to do on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your event. The frying and serving are down to us.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Cost
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Why book our van
- A menu almost everyone likes
- We cover CR2 and the whole of Greater London
- Quick service from the hatch
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
Landmarks near South Croydon
You’ll find the van serving near Rutherford School, Purley Oaks Primary School and Duppas Hill. Also close by are Harris Academy Purley (0.6 miles west), Church of St Augustine (less than half a mile west) and The Purley Arms (within half a mile south-west). There’s a railway station in South Croydon itself: Sanderstead station, handy for guests travelling by train. A little further out are St George's Walk (1.4 miles north) and Purley War Memorial Hospital (1.2 miles south-west). Green spaces within easy reach include Roundshaw Downs and Duppas Hill.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include County Borough of Croydon (1.3 miles north)
A fish and chip van across CR2: what to know
CR2 covers everything from Croydon, Purley and Waddon to 3 small villages and hamlets, and a chip van suits every kind of setting. Town bookings mean planning parking; village bookings mean planning access.
South Croydon: If you’re gathering after a service at a church like Church of St Augustine, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. For guests coming by train, there is a station right in South Croydon: Sanderstead station. In South Croydon, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
Events we cater in CR2
People book a chip van because it’s food and a bit of fun at once. The van becomes a focal point, and the food is hot and plentiful.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Summer garden parties
- Care home visits
- Work Christmas parties
- Village fêtes and school fairs
Is a fish and chip van right for you?
Next to a hog roast, a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies rather than one dish, which suits guests who do not eat pork.
Comparing caterers
- The van’s size and access needs
- How allergens are handled
- If the price includes VAT
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Looking after everyone
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Have a back-up for anyone who can’t eat from the van
- Plan bins near the queue
Fish and chips is best eaten straight away, so we fry to order as the queue moves.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
Common questions in CR2
What happens if it rains?
The weather does not stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Is grass a problem?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Do you need power or water?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
How long are you on site?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
- 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