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Fish and chip van hire in N16
We serve all of the N16 postcode district, including West Hackney, Newington Green and Stoke Newington. Fish and chips are cooked to order at your event.
Book the chip van in N16
Areas within N16
- West Hackney
- Newington Green
- Stoke Newington
- Shacklewell
- Stamford Hill
- Upper Clapton
- Highbury
- Mildmay
- De Beauvoir Town
- Tottenham Green
- Kingsland
- South Tottenham
- Seven Sisters
- Dalston
- Clapton
- St Ann's
- Manor House
Events we cater in N16
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Film and TV set catering
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Fish and chip van hire
- Funeral and wake catering
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Every service
Send us your event details and postcode and we’ll reply with a price: fill in our quote form.
Fish and chip van hire across N16
There is something generous about fish and chips: crisp batter, flaky fish and plenty of chips. It turns a meal into an occasion. We serve haddock and chips, cod and chips and gravy, and typical bookings are for garden parties and summer get-togethers and wakes and celebrations of life.
The van turns up at the agreed time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts right on schedule.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Pricing in N16
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why hosts in N16 choose us
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Something for guests to gather round
- Events in N16 and across Greater London
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Around West Hackney
Around West Hackney, we take the van to homes and venues near The Coach And Horses Public House, St Michael and All Angels and Stoke Newington Common. Other local landmarks include The Petchey Academy (0.5 miles south), Tawhid Boys School (under half a mile north), Benthal Primary School (less than half a mile south-east) and Church of St Andrew (0.8 miles north-west). West Hackney has its own railway station: Rectory Road station. Nearby you’ll also find Clowns Gallery-Museum (1.1 miles south) and German Hospital (0.9 miles south). The countryside around West Hackney includes Woodberry Wetlands and Hollow Pond.
- Other local spots include Stoke Newington (0.7 miles south-west)
Chip van hire across N16
From Highbury, West Hackney and Mildmay to 0 villages and hamlets, bookings across N16 range from town-centre sites to farmyards, and a chip van suits every kind of setting. Town bookings mean planning parking; village bookings mean planning access.
West Hackney: If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Benthal Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. Churches such as St Michael and All Angels rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by usually does. Light matters for evening service: in West Hackney, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, but by late December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
What affects the price in N16
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Whether a minimum applies
- How long we serve
- Parking and the way in
- Numbers
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Where the van would park
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The date and time of the event
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
Should I sort the food myself?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Planning the van’s spot
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Put allergy details in writing
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Put bins and napkins by the van
Keep the menu short and the queue moves quickly, especially when everyone wants to eat at once.
A string of bunting by the van makes a lovely photo.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
If you want something everyone will enjoy, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice.
Comparing caterers
- How allergens are handled
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How many hours the van serves
- When final numbers are due
Your questions about a fish and chip van in N16
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Can the van park on grass?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Cod or haddock?
Let us know which you’d prefer and we’ll confirm the menu.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a picture.
- 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