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Wedding fish and chip van in Capel, Surrey
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your wedding in Capel and across Surrey.
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Wedding after-parties
- Vow renewal parties
Wedding fish and chip van for Capel events
The process
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. Winter weddings in Capel are dark by about 3:55pm, so the route from the reception to the van needs lighting, while a June wedding has light until about 9:20pm.
- Share your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check access at the venue and send a price.
- We fit our timings around your running order and the venue.
- On the day we set up in good time and fry fresh at the agreed time.
- We pack up quietly once everyone has eaten.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
Wedding fish and chip van in Capel, fried fresh
At informal weddings, the van can even serve the main meal. Most use it for evening food, when it really comes into its own. On the menu are haddock and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas, and we are often booked for vow renewal parties and coastal-themed receptions.
There is something special about a country wedding near Capel, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Count suppliers working late
- Add an allergy question to your RSVP card
- Cater for most, not all, of the evening guest list
- Confirm the van can park at the venue
If speeches or dances run over, we simply start a little later, so the food is still fresh.
A little sign by the van tells guests what’s on.
Capel questions
What’s the nearest station to Capel?
The closest is Ockley station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
Is Capel too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
What can guests choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
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 usually simpler.
Perfect for your wedding in Capel
It suits barn, marquee and garden weddings, where the van can park near the party.
Whatever the occasion in Capel, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re frequently booked for:
- Engagement parties
- Barn and farm weddings
- Informal weddings
- Evening wedding food
It is worth telling train travellers that the closest railway station is Ockley station, roughly 0.6 miles west of the centre.
Questions to ask before booking
- The van’s size and access needs
- VAT, if it applies
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether travel is included
Weddings in Capel: venues, ceremonies and travel
Capel is about 5 miles south of Dorking, in Surrey. We cover Capel as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Capel is one of 395 places in Surrey where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Capel to Guildford (about 13 miles away).
Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of St John the Baptist frequently hold the reception nearby, with the van parked by the marquee or hall. Vann Lake nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos. With the Surrey Hills National Landscape within about 3 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
For weddings in RH5, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. Your wedding could be at a house on The Street, Laundry Way and Bakers Way, wherever the van can park. If your venue is just outside Capel, we also cover Ockley (2 miles west), Beare Green (2 miles north), Paynes Green (2 miles south-west), Kingsfold (2 miles south) and Holmwood Corner (3 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (13 miles north-west), Epsom (13 miles north), Horley (7 miles east), Redhill (9 miles north-east), Ewell (14 miles north) and Reigate (8 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Horsham Hospital (5.6 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Leith Hill and Warnham LNR.
Working with your venue
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
What else we do in Capel
What the van needs
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
A chip van compared with other options
Bacon rolls and pizza are popular evening choices too. A chip van gives a more filling, proper meal that guests remember. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What you get with us
- Hot food handed straight over
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Events in Capel and across Surrey
- A menu almost everyone likes
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
- 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