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Fish and chip van hire in SW18
We take the van to every part of the SW18 postcode district, which takes in Wandsworth, Southfields and Earlsfield. Fish and chips are cooked to order at your event.
Fish and chip van hire in SW18
Where we cater in SW18
- Wandsworth
- Southfields
- Earlsfield
- Wimbledon
- Clapham Junction
- Battersea
- Hurlingham
- Summerstown
- Wimbledon Park
Events we cater in SW18
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Fish and chip van hire
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Film and TV set catering
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Funeral and wake catering
- All occasions
Tell us your date, numbers and venue for a quote: use our quote form.
Fish and chip van hire in SW18: what to expect
Hiring a fish and chip van brings the chip shop to your door. The van parks up, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray. On the menu are mushy peas, haddock and chips and curry sauce, and we’re often booked for milestone birthday parties and festive get-togethers.
Service is quick: everything is handed over hot from the hatch. Afterwards we pack up.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
What it costs in SW18
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- No surprises in your quote
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Near you in Wandsworth
In Wandsworth, that can mean an event near St Anne's CofE Primary School, Ashcroft Technology Academy and Emanuel School, among other places. Other local landmarks include King George's Park (under half a mile south), Spread Eagle pub (within half a mile north) and St Anne's Church (less than half a mile east). There is a railway station in Wandsworth itself: Wandsworth Town station, handy for guests travelling by train. Well-known places in the area include Southside Wandsworth (under half a mile west) and Antique Breadboard Museum (1.4 miles north-west). The countryside around Wandsworth includes Battersea Park Lake and Henman Hill.
Chip van hire across SW18
Across SW18, we serve 3 towns and 0 villages and hamlets, so whether your event is in Wimbledon, Clapham Junction and Battersea or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level spot, a clear way in and a plan.
Wandsworth: Among the historic houses close to Wandsworth are Fulham Palace (1.5 miles north-west) and Carlyle's House (2.2 miles north-east). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before booking. After a service at St Anne's Church, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house. Evenings in Wandsworth 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.
Space, access and the venue
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A short walk from the party
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Put allergy details in writing
- A short menu helps everyone
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
Fish and chips is at its best fresh from the fryer, so we cook as people come up to the hatch.
Let everyone know when the food is ready.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
Planners, venues and businesses
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Parking and the way in
- The number of meals
- The day of the week
- How long we serve
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It’s worth asking early.
Details that help
To speed things up, tell us:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Your date and serving time
- Where the event is
- Allergies and diets you know about
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
SW18: your questions answered
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
Can you serve children?
Yes. Children normally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Is it a full meal?
It is a full meal on its own. You can add your own desserts if you like.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including SW18.
- 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