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Fish and chip van hire in E15

A mobile fish and chip van across E15, from Stratford, Maryland and East Village. For weddings, parties and work events, fried fresh at the hatch.

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How fish and chip van hire works in E15

Rain does not stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. It is a dependable choice for events in any season. We serve pie and chips, curry sauce and cod and chips, and we’re often booked for work Christmas parties and care home visits.

Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though.

  1. Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
  2. A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
  3. A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
  4. We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
  5. Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.

What it costs in E15

The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.

Why hosts in E15 choose us

  • Hot food handed straight over
  • No kitchen needed
  • A menu almost everyone likes
  • Something for guests to gather round

Getting a price

The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.

Around Stratford

In Stratford, that can mean an event near West Ham Park, Carpenters Primary School and Stratford Circus, among other places. You’ll also find The Two Puddings pub (under half a mile south-east), Church of St John the Evangelist (within half a mile east) and Sarah Bonnell School (less than half a mile east). Stratford has its own railway station: Stratford (London) station, handy for guests travelling by train. A little further out are County Borough of West Ham (under half a mile south-east) and Queen Mary's Hospital for the East End (within half a mile east). Green spaces within easy reach include Hollow Pond and Old Ford Island.

A fish and chip van across E15: what to know

E15 covers everything from Leyton, Stratford and Forest Gate to 0 small villages and hamlets, and a chip van suits every kind of setting. Town bookings mean planning parking; village bookings mean planning access.

Stratford: School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Stratford Circus, can book the van as a food stall. Churches such as Church of St John the Evangelist rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by generally does. By late September, sunset in Stratford is around 7:05pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:55pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.

Events we cater in E15

Hot food on a cold or wet day is hard to beat, and the cooking carries on inside the van whatever the weather.

The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:

  • Festive get-togethers
  • Weddings, especially the evening
  • Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
  • Village fêtes and school fairs

DIY versus a fish and chip van

A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the event.

Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.

Planning the van’s spot

The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:

  • A lit spot if service runs after dark
  • The site’s agreement to a catering van
  • Flat, firm ground for the van

Planners, venues and businesses

For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.

Organising a club, school or community event in E15? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.

Looking after everyone

Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:

  • Plan bins near the queue
  • Confirm allergies by email
  • Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
  • Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet

The oil needs time to come up to temperature, so we arrive well before service. If timings shift, we adapt.

Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.

E15: your questions answered

How much is fish and chip van hire?

It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.

Can you park on the road outside?

It depends on the road. Off-road parking is normally simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.

Can you cater for allergies?

Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.

Can you cook in the rain?

We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.

What food do you serve?

Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.

Is everything cooked fresh?

It is. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.

How long does set-up take?

That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before 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

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