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Wedding fish and chip van in Compton, Surrey
Looking for a fish and chip van for your wedding in Compton? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Barn weddings
Fresh fish and chips in Compton
Why choose a fish and chip van in Compton?
Some venue evening menus are light. A chip van makes sure nobody goes home hungry. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why Compton hosts choose us
- Something for guests to gather round
- No surprises in your quote
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- No kitchen needed
Wedding fish and chip van in Compton, fried fresh
A chip van is at home at barn, marquee and garden weddings, because there is often a yard or track close to the party. We are frequently asked to cater evening wedding food and wedding after-parties, serving mushy peas, haddock and chips and sausage and chips.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Compton, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Should I sort the food myself?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
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.
Organising for someone else?
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Organising a club, school or community event in Compton? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
Getting married in Compton?
Compton is about 3 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. For a wedding in Compton, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Compton is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover.
Historic houses near Compton include Loseley Park (1 mile east) and Wanborough Manor (1.9 miles north-west). Grand venues like these generally set rules for outside caterers, so ask before you book. Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of St Nicholas frequently hold the reception nearby, with the van parked by the marquee or hall. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Compton, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van.
Wherever your wedding is in GU3, we can bring the van to you. Local streets include The Street, Spiceall and Almsgate; a wedding on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Hurtmore (1 mile south), Binscombe (1 mile south-east), Littleton (1 mile east), Shackleford (2 miles south-west) and Onslow Village (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (3 miles north-east), Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (9 miles north-west), Farnham (7 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Charterhouse School Museum (1.2 miles south) and Guildford Castle (2.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Compton include Farncombe Wood and Frith Hill.
- Local schools include Prior's Field School (1 mile west) and Broadwater School (1.8 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Harrow pub (under half a mile west)
Step by step
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your wedding in Compton. Golden-hour photos in Compton at midsummer come around 9:20pm, so the van can serve before or after your sunset photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:55pm, and in late September about 7:05pm.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear 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.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Space, access and the venue
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Sausage and chips
FAQs for Compton
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Nicholas?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is usually elsewhere. Send us the address.
Do you come out to small places like Compton?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can the van come for the evening?
Evening food is exactly what we do. We’ll agree a serving time around your running order.
Does every evening guest need to eat?
Usually most, not all. Tell us your numbers and timings, and we’ll advise.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we will plan for them.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Events we cater in Compton
The van keeps cooking in any weather, which is reassuring for an outdoor wedding.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Compton book the van for occasions like:
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Engagement celebrations
- Barn weddings
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
If you are hoping for photos in Pucks Oak Barn and McAlmont Reserves, check whether the park needs permission for photography or gatherings.
Questions to ask before booking
- A clear list of what’s included
- Payment terms and deposit
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Whether VAT is included
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- The minimum booking
- Your choice of menu
- How far we travel
- Service time
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Where the van would park
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Expected numbers
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
More for events in Compton
- 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