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Fish and chip van hire in RM9
We take the van to every part of the RM9 postcode district, which takes in Becontree, Castle Green and Dagenham Green. Everything is fried fresh on the day.
Planning an event in RM9?
Places in RM9
- Becontree
- Castle Green
- Dagenham Green
- Dagenham Dock
- Barking
- Dagenham
- Thames View Estate
- Barking Riverside
- Beam Park
- Hornchurch Marshes
Events we cater in RM9
- Funeral and wake catering
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Film and TV set catering
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Fish and chip van hire
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Wedding fish and chip van
- See everything we do
Send us your event details and postcode and we’ll reply with a price: send us your details through our quote form.
Fish and chip van hire in RM9: what to expect
Hiring a fish and chip van brings the chip shop to your door. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot and crisp. Popular choices include pie and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips, and we are often booked for milestone birthday parties and weddings and evening receptions.
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Pricing in RM9
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Why book our van
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- We cover RM9 and the whole of Greater London
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Getting a price
Planning a fish and chip van in RM9? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Local landmarks in Becontree
We park up for events around Robert Clack School, Parsloes Park and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School. Nearby too are St George's (less than half a mile south-east) and Eastbrook pub (0.9 miles east). Becontree’s nearest station is Chadwell Heath station, about 1.5 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Rush Green Hospital (1.6 miles north-east) and Dagenham (1 mile north-east). Green spaces nearby include Dagenham Village Churchyard.
Fish and chip van hire in RM9: local guide
RM9 covers everything from Barking, Dagenham and Becontree to 3 small villages and hamlets, and the van works in all of them. In towns, plan parking and access; in villages, tell us about lanes and ground.
Becontree: PTAs at schools such as St Joseph's Catholic Primary School often look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. Coming by train? Chadwell Heath station is about 1.5 miles away. Evenings in Becontree 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.
Is a fish and chip van right for you?
Compared with a hog roast, a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies rather than one dish, which suits guests who do not eat pork.
What your quote should include
- What happens if plans change
- What the price includes, item by item
- The van’s size and access needs
- VAT, if it applies
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Confirm allergies by email
- Plan bins near the queue
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We park, set up, fry and serve, and keep in touch with you about timings.
Let everyone know when the food is ready, so they don’t miss out.
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce and it is on the menu.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Your choice of menu
- How many people are eating
- The day of the week
- Any minimum charge
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Roughly how many people, including children
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A short walk from the party
RM9 questions
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we will say what we need.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
Is grass a problem?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.
- 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