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Fish and chip van hire in W11
Hosting a party in W11? We serve Kensington, Notting Hill and Notting Dale and the rest of the district, with fish and chips fried to order.
Fish and chip van hire in W11
Places in W11
- Kensington
- Notting Hill
- Notting Dale
- Westbourne
- Holland Park
- Westbourne Green
- Bayswater
- Kensal Town
- Shepherd's Bush
- North Kensington
- White City
Occasions in W11
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Fish and chip van hire
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Film and TV set catering
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Funeral and wake catering
- See everything we do
Send us your event details and postcode for a quote: use our quote form.
How fish and chip van hire works in W11
Rain doesn’t stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. It’s a dependable choice for events in any season. Typical bookings include garden parties and summer get-togethers and visits to care homes and day centres, serving gravy, pie and chips and curry sauce.
You will know we are ready when the smell of frying drifts over. From then on, people come up as they’re ready.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Prices in W11
The cost per head typically 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 book our van
- Hot food handed straight over
- Classic food your guests already know
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A van that becomes part of the event
Getting a price
Send us the date, the address or W11 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and you will get a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Near you in Kensington
Around Kensington, we take the van to homes and venues near Church of St Barnabas, Kensington School and St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School. You will also find Holland Park (under half a mile north-west), Holland Park School (within half a mile north), Scarsdale Tavern (under half a mile south-east) and Abdus Salam Library (1 mile east). There’s a railway station in Kensington itself: Kensington Olympia station. Other landmarks nearby include Ladbroke Estate (0.9 miles north) and St Mary Abbot's Hospital (0.5 miles east). Green spaces within easy reach include WWT London Wetland Centre and The Long Water.
A fish and chip van across W11: what to know
Across W11, we serve 6 towns and 0 villages and hamlets, so whether your event is in Kensington, Notting Hill and Notting Dale or a quiet village, the approach is the same: firm ground, access and agreed timings.
Kensington: Churches such as Church of St Barnabas rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by typically does. For guests coming by train, Kensington has its own station, Kensington Olympia station. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Kensington, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 3:55pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
About the food
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Fewer choices mean faster service
Fish and chips is best eaten straight away, so we fry to order as the queue moves.
A chalkboard by the hatch with the menu keeps the queue moving.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, the host gets to enjoy the day.
Questions to ask before you book
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- When final numbers are due
- How allergens are handled
- The deposit and payment dates
Organising for someone else?
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Hosting at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
FAQs for W11
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can you cater for allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we will give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we will advise.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, 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