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Fish and chip van hire in IG9
We take the van to every part of the IG9 postcode district, which takes in Woodford, Woodford Wells and Monkhams. Everything is fried fresh on the day.
Fish and chips across IG9
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Occasions in IG9
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Film and TV set catering
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Funeral and wake catering
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Fish and chip van hire
- All occasions
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About fish and chip van hire in IG9
Fish and chip van hire means the chip shop comes to you. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot and crisp. Popular choices include pie and chips, cod and chips and curry sauce, and we’re often booked for visits to care homes and day centres and evening wedding food.
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, park up and heat the fryers.
- We cook to order and serve hot at the time you chose.
- Afterwards, we clear up and head off.
What you’ll pay
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
What you get with us
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Something for guests to gather round
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- All the chip-shop extras
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or IG9 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Local landmarks in Woodford
You will find the van serving near St Barnabas' Church, Woodbridge High School and Former White Hart Public House. Other local landmarks include The Highams Park (1.1 miles north-west), Churchfields Junior School (0.5 miles south-west) and Woodford Green Preparatory School (under half a mile north-west). For guests coming by rail, the closest station is Highams Park station, about 1.3 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find The Epping Forest Museum (2.1 miles north) and Buckhurst Hill East (1.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Woodford include Ainslie Wood and Pole Hill.
Planning a chip van in IG9
From Woodford, Woodford Wells and Monkhams to 1 villages and hamlets, bookings across IG9 range from town-centre sites to farmyards, and the van works in all of them. In towns, plan parking and access; in villages, tell us about lanes and ground.
Woodford: If guests are travelling by rail, the closest railway station is Highams Park station, roughly 1.3 miles west of the centre. Churches such as St Barnabas' Church rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by generally does. Evenings in Woodford 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.
Looking after everyone
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Plan bins near the queue
- Put allergy details in writing
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
Fish and chips is at its best fresh from the fryer, so we fry to order as the queue moves.
Tell people when the van opens, so they don’t miss out.
Events we cater in IG9
There is no kitchen needed, so it’s at home in car parks, yards and fields where plated meals are hard.
Whatever the occasion in IG9, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re often booked for:
- Big birthdays
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and there’s nothing warming on a chilly day. A chip van cooks to order and serves hot.
Questions to ask before booking
- How many hours the van serves
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The deposit and payment dates
What affects the price in IG9
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Distance and any road charges
- Parking and the way in
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The menu and how many choices
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
FAQs for IG9
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
Does a chip van work for big events?
It depends on numbers and timings. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a picture if you can.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
- 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