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Fish and chip van hire in KT19
We serve all of the KT19 postcode district, including Epsom, Ewell and Old Malden. Fish and chips are cooked to order at your event.
Planning an event in KT19?
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Occasions in KT19
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Film and TV set catering
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Funeral and wake catering
- Fish and chip van hire
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Fish and chip van for parties
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About fish and chip van hire in KT19
Fish and chips is generous food: big pieces of fish, crisp batter and a mountain of chips. It makes the food a talking point. On the menu are haddock and chips, mushy peas and gravy, and typical bookings are for garden parties and summer get-togethers and big birthdays.
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Prices in KT19
There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Why hosts in KT19 choose us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No surprises in your quote
- All the chip-shop extras
- No kitchen needed
How to get a price
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability right away.
Local landmarks in Epsom
Around Epsom, we take the van to homes and venues near Epsom Common, Laine Theatre Arts and The Wellington Public House and the streets around them. You will also find Rosebery School (0.6 miles south-west), St. Barnabas Church (within half a mile north) and Epsom Primary and Nursery School (within half a mile north). There’s a railway station in Epsom itself: Epsom station. Well-known places in the area include Municipal Borough of Surbiton (2.9 miles north-west) and Chessington Castle Hill (1.8 miles north-west). Green spaces within easy reach include The Lake and Bonesgate Open Space.
Planning a chip van in KT19
There are 3 towns and 1 villages and hamlets in KT19, so the setting can be anything from Epsom, Ewell and Chessington to a quiet hamlet: firm ground, access and agreed timings.
Epsom: If you had Epsom Common in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans cannot simply park up and serve in a public park. If guests are travelling by rail, there’s a station right in Epsom: Epsom station. By late September, sunset in Epsom is around 7:05pm, and in December it is nearer 3:55pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
Who books fish and chip van hire?
It needs no kitchen, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where plated meals are hard.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Garden get-togethers
- Festive get-togethers
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A cold buffet is simple, but food sits out, and there is nothing warming on a chilly day. Fish and chips is fried to order and served hot.
Comparing caterers
- How late numbers can change
- What the price includes, item by item
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the van needs: space, access, power
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A spot near your guests
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We arrive in good time, set up, cook and serve, and stay in touch about any changes.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
Your questions about a fish and chip van in KT19
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Can you feed a lot of people?
Frequently, yes. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will tell you honestly how service will work.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
- 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