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Fish and chip van hire in TW17
A mobile fish and chip van across TW17, from Shepperton, Shepperton Green and Upper Halliford. Weddings, parties, staff days, fêtes and wakes, fried fresh at the hatch.
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Areas within TW17
What we do in TW17
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Film and TV set catering
- Fish and chip van hire
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Funeral and wake catering
- All occasions
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Fish and chip van hire across TW17
Keep it simple, or plan every detail: a van that serves as people arrive, or service at a set time. We will recommend what fits. We’re often asked to cater care home visits and milestone birthday parties, serving mushy peas, pie and chips and haddock and chips.
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the space for the van, then send a quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, park up and heat the fryers.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch at the agreed time.
- Afterwards, we clear up and head off.
Prices in TW17
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Why book our van
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Classic food your guests already know
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Hot food handed straight over
How to get a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
What’s near Shepperton
You’ll find the van serving near Church of St Nicholas, The Anchor pub and Thamesmead School and the streets around them. Also close by are St Nicholas CofE Primary School (under half a mile west), Thamesmead School (less than half a mile south-east) and Sunbury Park (1.8 miles north-east). There’s a railway station in Shepperton itself: Shepperton station, handy for guests travelling by train. Other landmarks nearby include No. 2 New Zealand General Hospital (0.9 miles south-east) and Kempton Steam Museum (2.8 miles north-east). Green spaces within easy reach include Kempton Park Reservoirs and St Ann's Hill.
A fish and chip van across TW17: what to know
From Shepperton, Shepperton Green and Upper Halliford to 4 villages and hamlets, bookings across TW17 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.
Shepperton: If you had Sunbury Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans cannot simply park up and serve in a public park. For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Church of St Nicholas, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby. Planning an evening event in Shepperton? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; after dark, the queue and the path to the van need good lighting.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Why a fish and chip van works
There is no kitchen needed, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where plated meals are hard.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Community events and fairs
- Care home visits
- Garden get-togethers
- Staff thank-you lunches
Is a fish and chip van right for you?
A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. The van cooks right there, so the batter is still crisp.
Comparing caterers
- The van’s size and access needs
- The deadline for final numbers
- Payment terms and deposit
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
For event organisers in TW17
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
TW17: your questions answered
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
Which fish do you use?
Both are on our menu; we will agree the choice when we quote.
Can you feed a lot of people?
That depends on how many and how quickly. Staggering groups and keeping the menu short both help.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
- 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