Greater London · England
Fish and chip van hire in W1K
Fish and chip van hire across W1K, from Mayfair, Burlington Estate and Marylebone. Weddings, parties, staff days, fêtes and wakes, fried fresh at the hatch.
Planning an event in W1K?
Where we cater in W1K
Our van across W1K
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Film and TV set catering
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Funeral and wake catering
- Fish and chip van hire
- Care home fish and chip visits
- See everything we do
Send us your event details and postcode for a quote: use our quote form.
Our fish and chip van hire in W1K
We keep the menu to the classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. A short menu keeps the food fresh and the queue moving. We serve gravy, curry sauce and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for gatherings after a funeral and festive get-togethers.
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
What you will pay
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What you get with us
- We cover W1K and the whole of Greater London
- Quick service from the hatch
- Classic food your guests already know
- Rain does not stop the fryers
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Around Mayfair
In Mayfair, that can mean an event near Coach and Horses pub, LITE Regal International School and Green Park, among other places. Nearby too are The St Marylebone CofE School (0.8 miles north), Grosvenor Chapel (less than half a mile south-west), Royal College of Nursing Library & Museum (less than half a mile north) and St George's Church of England Primary School (under half a mile south-west). There’s a railway station in Mayfair itself: Bond Street station. A little further out are Smythson Stationery Museum (less than half a mile north-east) and Kingly Court (less than half a mile east). The countryside around Mayfair includes Ludgate Hill and St. James's Park Lake.
- Local facilities include Westminster St James (0.5 miles east)
Chip van hire across W1K
From Marylebone, Mayfair and Burlington Estate to 0 villages and hamlets, bookings across W1K 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.
Mayfair: Parks such as Green Park generally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like LITE Regal International School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. In Mayfair, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
What the van needs
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A short walk from the party
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
Why a fish and chip van works
A van is food and an occasion in one. The van becomes a focal point, and the food is hot and generous.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Milestone birthday parties
- Care home visits
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce and it is on the menu.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips.
A chip van compared with other options
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and usually costs more per head. A van needs only a level spot and permission to park.
What your quote should include
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The deadline for final numbers
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- The deposit and payment dates
Your questions about a fish and chip van in W1K
What about guests who do not eat fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before you book.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
What can guests choose from?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
- 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