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Fish and chip van hire in IG6
A mobile fish and chip van across IG6, from Barkingside, Newbury Park and Gants Hill. Weddings, parties, staff days, fêtes and wakes, fried fresh at the hatch.
Fish and chip van hire in IG6
Where we cater in IG6
Our van across IG6
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Funeral and wake catering
- Fish and chip van hire
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Film and TV set catering
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- All occasions
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a price: fill in our quote form.
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About fish and chip van hire in IG6
Rain doesn’t stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. It is a dependable choice for events in any season. Popular choices include pie and chips, haddock and chips and curry sauce, and we are often booked for company team days and evening wedding food.
The first sign we have arrived is normally the smell. After that, it’s a steady flow to the hatch.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Cost
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Why book our van
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Quick service from the hatch
- No surprises in your quote
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Near you in Barkingside
Around Barkingside, we take the van to homes and venues near Ilford County High School, Fairlop Waters and Children's Church And Lych Gate At Barnardo's. Nearby too are Avanti Court Primary School (within 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 of the centre. A little further out are Waltham Holy Cross Urban District (1.2 miles north-east) and King George Hospital (1.2 miles east). The countryside around Barkingside includes Hollow Pond and Hainault Lodge.
Planning a chip van in IG6
IG6 covers everything from Newbury Park, Gants Hill and Barkingside to 0 small villages and hamlets, and the van works in all of them. Town bookings mean planning parking; village bookings mean planning access.
Barkingside: If you are gathering after a service at a church like Children's Church And Lych Gate At Barnardo's, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. Thinking of using Fairlop Waters? Parks usually need the owner’s permission, often the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Barkingside, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, but by late December it is dark by about 3:50pm.
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- A short walk from the party
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
A chip van compared with other options
Next to a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which helps if some guests don’t eat pork.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is included
- How many hours the van serves
- When final numbers are due
- Allergen information for each item
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
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. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
About the food
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
What a fish and chip van costs
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How far we travel
- Whether a minimum applies
- The number of meals
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The address or venue name
- Your date and serving time
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- A picture of where the van would go
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Questions from IG6
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will take it from there.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
- 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