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Fish and chip van hire in W3
Hosting a party in W3? We serve Acton, Hanger Hill and South Acton and the rest of the district, with fish and chips fried to order.
Planning an event in W3?
Areas within W3
- Acton
- Hanger Hill
- South Acton
- Ealing
- Harlesden
- Acton Green
- Brentford
- Bedford Park
- Acton Vale
- Gunnersbury
- Park Royal
- Old Oak Common
Our van across W3
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Fish and chip van hire
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Film and TV set catering
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Funeral and wake catering
- All occasions
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a price: use our quote form.
Fish and chip van hire in W3: what to expect
There is something generous about fish and chips: big pieces of fish, crisp batter and a mountain of chips. It makes the food a talking point. On the menu are gravy, cod and chips and haddock and chips, and typical bookings are for wakes and gatherings after a funeral and weddings and evening receptions.
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Pricing in W3
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why book with us
- We cover W3 and the whole of Greater London
- Quick service from the hatch
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Landmarks near Acton
We park up for events around Library for Iranian Studies, Ark Soane Academy and Ealing Common, among other places. You will also find Derwentwater Primary School (under half a mile west), Leap Service - the National Autistics Society (within half a mile south-west), Dominion Cinema (less than half a mile south) and The Windmill pub (under half a mile south). Acton has its own railway station: Acton Central station. A little further out are Westfield London (2 miles east) and Queen Charlotte's and Chelsea Hospital (1.3 miles east). The countryside around Acton includes Castlebar Hill and Hanger Hill Wood.
- Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Acton (less than half a mile south)
Planning a chip van in W3
From Ealing, Acton and Harlesden to 0 villages and hamlets, bookings across W3 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.
Acton: Parks such as Ealing Common generally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. Among the historic houses close to Acton are Gunnersbury Park (1.4 miles south-west) and Hogarth's House (1.6 miles south). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Acton, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late December it is dark by about 3:55pm.
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
- The deadline for final numbers
- What the price includes, item by item
- How much space the van takes up
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Planning the van’s spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Lighting nearby for evening events
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
What a fish and chip van costs
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The length of service
- Your choice of menu
- The number of meals
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Rough numbers for adults and children
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your event in W3, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Common questions in W3
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
What’s on the menu?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Can you serve children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before booking.
- 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