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Wedding fish and chip van in Coombe, Greater London
Wedding fish and chip van in Coombe: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
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Wedding fish and chip van in Coombe
Step by step
Here’s how the day usually runs: the van arrives and we set up, the fryers heat up, and we serve hot from the hatch when you are ready to eat. Golden-hour photos in Coombe at midsummer come around 9:20pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:50pm, and in late September about 7:05pm.
- We start with a few details about your wedding.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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Wedding fish and chip van in Coombe, cooked to order
Some evening guests arrive without having eaten, while day guests last ate in the afternoon. Fresh fish and chips suits everyone. We’re often asked to cater second-day and after-party food and pre-wedding get-togethers, with haddock and chips, curry sauce and sausage and chips.
For a wedding in Coombe, think about where a catering van can stop. Many London venues have a loading bay or yard, which suits a chip van well. We serve from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
- Location
- Coombe (KT2, KT3, SW20)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Not every evening guest eats: ask us how many to plan for
- Flag coeliac guests early
- Count suppliers working late
- Have a back-up for guests with special diets
Remember the band, photographer and venue staff when you give us numbers.
Think about cover by the hatch for wet evenings.
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Service time
- Access and parking
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your wedding is.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where the event is
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A photo of the parking spot
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Coombe weddings: local tips
Coombe is about 1 mile north of New Malden, in Greater London. Give us the address of your wedding in Coombe, and we will plan the route and the parking spot. Coombe is one of 764 places in Greater London where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is London, about 9 miles away.
For guests travelling by train, Norbiton station, about 1 mile south-west, is the nearest station. After a ceremony at a church like Christ Church New Malden, many couples move to a marquee or hall nearby, which is where the van comes in.
This part of Greater London takes in KT2, KT3 and SW20. That could mean a wedding at a home on West Road, Crown Road and Traps Lane or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Other places close to Coombe we cover include Motspur Park (1 mile south-east), Coombe Hill (1 mile north), Kingston Vale (1 mile north-east), Norbiton (1 mile south-west) and New Malden (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include London (9 miles north-east), City of Westminster (8 miles north-east), Marylebone (8 miles north-east), Kensington (6 miles north-east), St Pancras (10 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (11 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Municipal Borough of Malden and Coombe (1.3 miles south) and Kingston Hospital (0.8 miles west). The countryside around Coombe includes Kew Gardens Lake and Kingston Hill Road area.
- Local schools include Coombe Girls' School (0.6 miles south) and Canbury School (0.6 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Royal Oak Public House (0.8 miles south)
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and it is a favourite with children.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For evening food with a bit of fun, a chip van is hard to beat at a wedding in Coombe. The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why book with us
- All the chip-shop extras
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
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Planning the van’s spot
We’ll be honest if a spot won’t work, and help find another. The main points are:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Lighting nearby for evening events
Coombe 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 photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Evening fish and chips
Events we cater in Coombe
It is food every generation enjoys, from flower girls to grandparents.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Laid-back receptions
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
Planning photos in Cottenham Park? It’s worth checking the park’s rules first.
Comparing caterers
- The van’s size and access needs
- VAT, if it applies
- How late numbers can change
- When payment is due
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Common questions in Coombe
What’s the nearest station to Coombe?
The closest is Norbiton station, roughly 1 mile away.
We are gathering after a service at Christ Church New Malden: can you come?
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.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Do you have allergen information?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
What time will you serve?
At the time you choose. After the first dance is the most popular time.
Is the fish gluten-free?
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.
How many evening guests should we cater for?
That depends on your day. Many couples cater for most of the evening list.
- 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