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Fish and chip van hire in SW8
We take the van to every part of the SW8 postcode district, which takes in Kennington, Oval and South Lambeth. Fish and chips are cooked to order at your event.
Book the chip van in SW8
Areas within SW8
Occasions in SW8
- Funeral and wake catering
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Fish and chip van hire
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Film and TV set catering
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- See everything we do
Send us your event details and postcode and we’ll reply with a price: fill in our quote form.
Fish and chip van hire in SW8: what to expect
A fish and chip van works almost anywhere the van can park: a drive, a car park, a yard, a showground or a firm lawn. On the menu are pie and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce, and typical bookings are for gatherings after a funeral and weddings and evening receptions.
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Once we are hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Cost
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why hosts in SW8 choose us
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- We cover SW8 and the whole of Greater London
- No kitchen needed
- Something for guests to gather round
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Near you in Kennington
Locally, our bookings take us close to Archbishop Tenison's Church of England School, St Stephen's Church of England Primary School and Crown and Thistle pub and the streets around them. You will also find St Peter's School (under half a mile north), Lambeth Palace Library (1.1 miles north), Calvary Church of God in Christ (less than half a mile north) and Vauxhall Park (less than half a mile north-west). Kennington has its own railway station: Vauxhall station. Well-known places in the area include Type Museum (0.5 miles south) and The Gordon Hospital (1 mile north-west). Green spaces nearby include Bellenden Road Nature Garden and Ludgate Hill.
- Other local spots include City and Liberty of Westminster (1.3 miles north)
Fish and chip van hire in SW8: local guide
SW8 covers everything from Stockwell, Kennington and North Brixton to 0 small villages and hamlets, and a chip van suits every kind of setting. In towns, plan parking and access; in villages, tell us about lanes and ground.
Kennington: Churches such as Calvary Church of God in Christ rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by normally does. For guests coming by train, there is a station right in Kennington: Vauxhall station. Late September evenings in Kennington lose the light at about 7:05pm, and in December it’s nearer 3:55pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A spot near your guests
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
Events we cater in SW8
It is familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting, which takes the worry out of feeding a mixed crowd.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Big birthdays
- Community events and fairs
- Garden get-togethers
For event organisers in SW8
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Takeaway run or book a van?
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 nobody has to miss the event.
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.
How we price a fish and chip van
These are the factors that matter most:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Access and parking
- How many people are eating
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your event is.
What we need to know
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The date and time of the event
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Allergies and diets you know about
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
SW8: your questions answered
What is fish and chip van hire?
We arrive with the van, fry everything to order, and serve at the time you want.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is typically simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
- 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