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Fish and chip van hire in GU12
Planning an event in GU12? We cover Ash, Ash Vale and Ash Green and the rest of the district, with the van parked up at your venue.
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What we do in GU12
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Film and TV set catering
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Funeral and wake catering
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Fish and chip van hire
- All occasions
Send us your event details and postcode and we’ll reply with a price: use our quote form.
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Fish and chip van hire across GU12
Fish and chips is generous food: crisp batter, flaky fish and plenty of chips. It makes the food a talking point. Popular choices include curry sauce, pie and chips and haddock and chips, and we are often booked for fish and chip days at care homes and wakes and gatherings after a funeral.
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, which we agree with you beforehand.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Cost
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book with us
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- No surprises in your quote
- A menu almost everyone likes
How to get a price
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Landmarks near Ash
Bookings here are frequently close to Church of St Peter, Ash Manor School and Aldershot Park and the streets around them. Nearby too are The Dover Arms (0.6 miles north-east), The Connaught School (1 mile south-west) and Walsh CofE Junior School (within half a mile south-west). Ash’s nearest station is Ash station, about 0.5 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Ash Museum (within half a mile north-east) and Guildford Hospital (4.8 miles east). The countryside around Ash includes Rowhill Nature Reserve and Hog's Back.
- Local facilities include Seale and Tongham (1.8 miles south)
A fish and chip van across GU12: what to know
There are 3 towns and 2 villages and hamlets in GU12, so whether your event is in Aldershot, Ash and Ash Vale or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level spot, a clear way in and a plan.
Ash: After a service at Church of St Peter, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house. For a fundraiser at a school like Walsh CofE Junior School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school. Evenings in Ash stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; after dark, the queue and the path to the van need good lighting.
Takeaway run or book a van?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Who books fish and chip van hire?
Everyone knows what they’re getting, which takes the worry out of feeding a mixed crowd.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Garden get-togethers
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The date and time of year
- The menu and how many choices
- How easy the site is to reach
- How far we travel
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Expected numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Where the van would park
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Organising for someone else?
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: 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. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Is a fish and chip van right for you?
With a barbecue, somebody ends up cooking all afternoon. With a van, nobody misses the event.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- How allergens are handled
- VAT, if it applies
- Any minimum charge
GU12 questions
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
What can guests choose from?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we will plan for them.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Can you feed plenty of people?
It can be. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan it with you.
- 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