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Wedding Fish and Chip Van for Alfold Crossways events
Wedding fish and chip van in Alfold Crossways: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Anniversary celebrations
- Day-after gatherings
Planning an event in Alfold Crossways?
About our wedding fish and chip van in Alfold Crossways
A chip van is at home at barn, marquee and garden weddings, because there’s normally somewhere firm for the van to park nearby. Popular choices include sausage and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas, and we are regularly asked to cater weddings in a marquee or garden and coastal-themed receptions.
There is something special about a country wedding near Alfold Crossways, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. We serve from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
Should I sort the food myself?
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. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Where the van can park in Alfold Crossways
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A short walk from the party
- A clear area by the serving hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
More for events in Alfold Crossways
Alfold Crossways weddings: local tips
Alfold Crossways is about 9 miles west of Horsham, in Surrey. Across the GU6 area, we will come to your venue, home or workplace. Alfold Crossways is one of 395 places in Surrey where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Alfold Crossways to Guildford (about 10 miles away).
If you’re marrying at a church near Alfold Crossways, such as Church of St Nicholas, and holding the reception nearby, the van can serve evening food there. Fir Tree Copse can make a pretty photo stop, but check its rules for wedding groups first.
Wherever your wedding is in GU6, we can bring the van to you. From Loxwood Road, Chilton Close and Molten Way or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include Dunsfold (2 miles north-west), Elmbridge Village (3 miles north), Loxhill (3 miles north-west), Rowly (4 miles north) and Hascombe (4 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (10 miles north), Woking (15 miles north), Farnham (14 miles north-west), Dorking (12 miles north-east), Haslemere (9 miles west) and Cranleigh (3 miles north-east).
Green spaces nearby include Hydon's Ball.
- Local pubs include The Crown pub (0.6 miles south)
Common questions in Alfold Crossways
Is Alfold Crossways too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Nicholas?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Can you park near the barn?
That’s up to your venue, but close to the party is best. Send us a picture of the spot.
Can you do our evening wedding food?
Evening food is exactly what we do. We’ll agree a serving time around your running order.
How many portions do we need?
Not every guest eats in the evening. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
The process
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, park up and set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot at the agreed time. Golden-hour photos in Alfold Crossways at midsummer come around 9:20pm, so the van can serve before or after your sunset photos. Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September.
- Share your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and venue, and a quote.
- Timings are agreed with you and the venue coordinator.
- On the day we set up in good time and fry fresh at the agreed time.
- We pack up when service is finished, leaving the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Name one person we can call on the day
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
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Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
Bacon rolls and pizza are popular evening choices too. A chip van gives a more filling, proper meal that guests remember. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why Alfold Crossways hosts choose us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Hot food handed straight over
- No kitchen needed
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Not every evening guest eats: ask us how many to plan for
- Have a back-up for guests with special diets
- Ask your venue about catering vans first
- Add an allergy question to your RSVP card
We arrive and set up without getting in the way, so we are ready at the agreed time.
Ask your band or DJ to tell guests the van is open.
For event organisers in Alfold Crossways
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
What affects the price in Alfold Crossways
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- The menu and how many choices
- The minimum booking
- Access and parking
- Numbers
There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Where the van would park
- A picture of where the van would go
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The address or venue name
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your wedding for your wedding in Alfold Crossways? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Who books wedding fish and chip van in Alfold Crossways?
It suits barn, marquee and garden weddings, where there is room to park the van close by.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Alfold Crossways, people book us for events such as:
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Evening wedding food
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Second-day and after-party food
Wedding photographers in the area often head for Hydon's Ball, and the countryside around Alfold Crossways suits an outdoor reception.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- Allergen information for each item
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Payment terms and deposit
- 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