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Fish and chip van hire in IG7
Hosting a party in IG7? We cover Woodford Bridge and the rest of the district, with the van parked up at your venue.
Planning an event in IG7?
Towns and villages in IG7
Events we cater in IG7
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Fish and chip van hire
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Film and TV set catering
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Funeral and wake catering
- See everything we do
Send us your event details and postcode for a quote: fill in our quote form.
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About fish and chip van hire in IG7
Rain doesn’t stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. That makes it a safe bet for British events. We serve gravy, haddock and chips and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for christmas parties and care home visits.
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
- 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.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Prices in IG7
Larger groups typically cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why hosts in IG7 choose us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Events in IG7 and across Greater London
- A quote that spells everything out
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability right away.
Local landmarks in Woodford Bridge
In Woodford Bridge, that can mean an event near Church of St Paul, West Hatch High School and Woodford Green Preparatory School. You will also find Roding Primary School (less than half a mile south-west) and Linder's Field (1.9 miles north). The nearest railway station is Highams Park station, about 2.4 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find 17 & Central (3.7 miles south-west) and The Epping Forest Museum (2.6 miles north-west). Green spaces within easy reach include Highams Park Lake and Roding Valley Meadows.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Buckhurst Hill East (1.4 miles north)
Chip van hire across IG7
Across IG7, we serve 1 towns and 0 villages and hamlets, so whether your event is in Woodford Bridge or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level spot, a clear way in and a plan.
Woodford Bridge: A green space like Linder's Field is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, usually the council’s. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Roding Primary School, can book the van as a food stall. By late September, sunset in Woodford Bridge is around 7:05pm, and in December it’s nearer 3:50pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
Occasions we serve in IG7
A fish and chip van suits almost any crowd, from children to grandparents. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in IG7 and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Birthday celebrations
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Care home visits
- Gatherings after a funeral
Working with your venue
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
What affects the price in IG7
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The minimum booking
- How long we serve
- Cod, haddock or both
- The date and time of year
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The venue or postcode
- Where you’d like the van to go
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Confirm allergies by email
- A short menu helps everyone
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Put bins and napkins by the van
It helps to have bins and napkins by the van for everyone.
A gazebo by the van keeps the queue dry.
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Your questions about a fish and chip van in IG7
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.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
What if the weather’s bad?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in IG7?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we will reply with a price.
- 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