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Fish and chip van hire in NW2
Planning an event in NW2? We cover Cricklewood, Childs Hill and Dollis Hill and the rest of the district, with the van parked up at your venue.
Fish and chips across NW2
Where we cater in NW2
- Cricklewood
- Childs Hill
- Dollis Hill
- Staples Corner
- West Hampstead
- Neasden
- Hendon
- Church End
- Willesden
- Fortune Green
- Brondesbury
- Brent Cross
- Golders Green
- Brent Park
- Willesden Green
What we do in NW2
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Funeral and wake catering
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Fish and chip van hire
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Film and TV set catering
- Every service
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a price: use our quote form.
About fish and chip van hire in NW2
Fish and chip van hire means the chip shop comes to you. The van parks up, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot and crisp. Typical bookings include weddings, especially the evening and fish and chip days at care homes, with mushy peas, haddock and chips and curry sauce.
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 at the time you asked for.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Cost
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.
What you get with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- We cover NW2 and the whole of Greater London
Ask for a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability right away.
Near you in Cricklewood
Bookings here are frequently close to Gladstone Park, The Crown Public House and Anson Primary School. You’ll also find Brondesbury College (0.9 miles south), St Gabriel's Church (within half a mile south) and Hampstead School (0.5 miles east). There’s a railway station in Cricklewood itself: Cricklewood station, handy for guests travelling by train. A little further out are Brent Cross Shopping Centre (1.5 miles north) and Brent Museum and Archives (0.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Cricklewood include Parliament Hill and Westbere Copse.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Frognal and Fitzjohns (1.4 miles east)
Fish and chip van hire in NW2: local guide
There are 3 towns and 0 villages and hamlets in NW2, so whether your event is in West Hampstead, Neasden and Hendon or a quiet village, the approach is the same: firm ground, access and agreed timings.
Cricklewood: Coming by train? Cricklewood has its own station, Cricklewood station. If you’re gathering after a service at a church like St Gabriel's Church, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Cricklewood, sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, but by late December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
Fish and chips is at its best fresh from the fryer, so we cook as people come up to the hatch.
A gazebo by the van keeps the queue dry.
Why a fish and chip van works
Fish and chips suits nearly every crowd, from children to grandparents. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around NW2:
- Garden get-togethers
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Visits to care homes and day centres
How we price a fish and chip van
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Access and parking
- Numbers
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It’s worth asking early.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The venue or postcode
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your event, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Should I sort the food myself?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and it’s a favourite with children.
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.
Common questions in NW2
What is fish and chip van hire?
We arrive with the van, fry everything to order, and serve at the time you want.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
Often, yes. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll tell you honestly how service will work.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Children usually love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in NW2?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
- 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