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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Anerley
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your wedding turns food into part of your wedding in Anerley.
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Laid-back receptions
- Coastal-themed receptions
Planning an event in Anerley?
How our wedding fish and chip van works in Anerley
The van parks near the marquee, barn or venue, and guests drift out to queue and chat. It becomes a lovely moment in the evening. For engagement celebrations and barn weddings, we’ll put together a menu of curry sauce, mushy peas and cod and chips.
Couples in Anerley often hold the reception at a local venue or at home. The van needs somewhere off the road to park, such as a yard, car park or drive. Plan this early with your venue. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu.
- Where
- Anerley (SE20, SE19, SE26)
- County
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Where the van can park in Anerley
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
Anerley is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Evening fish and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
The process
When we arrive, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Then everything is fried to order, timed around your wedding. In Anerley, midsummer sunset is about 9:20pm, and by late September it is nearer 7:05pm, which means evening fish and chips is frequently served in daylight in June and July. For autumn and winter weddings, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm in December, plan lighting by the van.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Get a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Anerley, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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What a fish and chip van costs
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The number of meals
- Your choice of menu
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The address or venue name
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and time of the event
- Allergies and diets you know about
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Anerley? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Events we cater in Anerley
It typically costs far less per head than the main meal, which helps the budget go further.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
- Barn weddings
- Engagement celebrations
Marrying at St Paul's? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening.
Before you book anyone
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How late numbers can change
FAQs for Anerley
Is parking a problem for the van in Anerley?
London parking needs planning: let us know about off-street space or permits. We will work around it.
Can you serve after a service at St Paul's?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
When should evening food go out?
At the time you choose. Most couples go for just after the first dance.
Can you park near the barn?
Your venue decides, but close to the party is best. Send us a picture of the spot.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan service around it.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
What if the weather’s bad?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Anerley?
Formal evening food costs more and slows the party down. Fish and chips from the hatch keeps it informal, and guests eat where they like. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why book with us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- We cover Anerley and the whole of Greater London
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Allergies and dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Count suppliers working late
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Plan something for guests we can’t cater for
- Talk to us about evening numbers
Sending tables up in turn keeps the queue short.
Think about cover by the hatch for wet evenings.
Getting married in Anerley?
Anerley is about 2 miles north-east of Thornton Heath, in Greater London. Give us the address of your wedding in Anerley, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot before the day. Anerley is one of 764 places in Greater London where we bring the van. You can also see our page for London, about 6 miles away.
If you’re hoping for photos in Crystal Palace Dinosaurs, check whether the park needs permission for photography or gatherings. For guests travelling by train, Anerley station is in Anerley itself.
Here we cover the SE20, SE19 and SE26 postcode area, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Maple Road, Padua Road and Genoa Road; a wedding on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Close by, we cover weddings in Penge (1 mile east), Crystal Palace (1 mile north), Sydenham (1 mile north-east), Gipsy Hill (1 mile north-west) and Upper Norwood (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include London (6 miles north), City of Westminster (8 miles north-west), Marylebone (8 miles north-west), Kensington (8 miles north-west), St Pancras (8 miles north) and Shoreditch (8 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find St Christopher's Hospice (0.7 miles north-east) and Addiscombe (2.4 miles south). Within reach you will find Dulwich Upper Wood and Knight's Hill.
- Local schools include Harris City Academy Crystal Palace (0.5 miles south-west) and Crystal Palace School (0.6 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include Anerley Arms (less than half a mile south)
Takeaway run or book a van?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the wedding.
Also in Anerley
- 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