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Fish and chip van hire in IG5
Hosting a party in IG5? We cover Barkingside and Woodford Bridge and the rest of the district, with fish and chips fried to order.
Planning an event in IG5?
Areas within IG5
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- Funeral and wake catering
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Film and TV set catering
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Fish and chip van hire
- Wedding fish and chip van
- All occasions
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Our fish and chip van hire in IG5
We keep the menu to the classics: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus the sides everyone expects. A short menu keeps the food fresh and the queue moving. We serve cod and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce, and typical bookings are for wakes and gatherings after a funeral and summer garden parties.
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Cost
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
What you get with us
- A clear quote before you book
- Something for guests to gather round
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Classic food your guests already know
Getting a price
Send us the date, the address or IG5 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Landmarks near Barkingside
We park up for events around Ilford County High School, Fairlop Waters and Children's Church And Lych Gate At Barnardo's and the streets around them. Nearby too are Avanti Court Primary School (under half a mile north-east) and The New Fairlop Oak pub (0.6 miles north). The closest station to Barkingside is Seven Kings station, about 1.6 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Waltham Holy Cross Urban District (1.2 miles north-east) and King George Hospital (1.2 miles east). Open spaces near Barkingside include Hollow Pond and Hainault Lodge.
Chip van hire across IG5
There are 2 towns and 0 villages and hamlets in IG5, so whether your event is in Barkingside and Woodford Bridge or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level spot, a clear way in and a plan.
Barkingside: School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Avanti Court Primary School, can book the van as a food stall. A green space like Fairlop Waters is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, usually the council’s. Around midsummer it stays light in Barkingside until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
The menu, dish by dish
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and it’s a favourite with children.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Planning the van’s spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Confirmation that the van can park there
Takeaway run or book a van?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Events we cater in IG5
Fish and chips suits nearly every crowd, from children to grandparents. The queue at the hatch gets people talking.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in IG5 and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Fish and chip days at care homes
Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in IG5? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Questions from IG5
What is fish and chip van hire?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Do you have allergen information?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
It is a full meal on its own. You can add your own desserts if you like.
- 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