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Wedding fish and chip van in Horley, Oxfordshire
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your wedding makes the food a highlight of your wedding in Horley.
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Wedding after-parties
- Coastal-themed receptions
Wedding fish and chip van for Horley events
A fish and chip van or other catering?
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. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your wedding.
Why Horley hosts choose us
- A clear quote before booking
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Bookings across Oxfordshire, including Horley
- Everything cooked to order at your event
Wedding fish and chip van in Horley, cooked to order
At informal weddings, the van can even serve the main meal. Most book it for the evening, when it’s most welcome. We are frequently asked to cater informal weddings and marquee and garden weddings, with cod and chips, curry sauce and haddock and chips.
Rural weddings around Horley have a magic of their own, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. Timings are planned around your wedding, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
- Area
- Horley (OX15)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Should I sort the food myself?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Other occasions in Horley
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Put bins near the van
- Add an allergy question to your RSVP card
- Not every evening guest eats: ask us how many to plan for
- Do not forget your suppliers
If speeches or dances run over, we simply start a little later.
Have napkins handy: fish and chips is finger food after dark.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Horley
Do you come out to small places like Horley?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Ethelreda: can you come?
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 generally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
What time is best for the van?
At the time you choose. Most couples go for just after the first dance.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we’ll confirm the rest.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Can the van be part of the photos?
Frequently, yes, and it makes a fun photo. Add bunting or lights for the photos.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we will plan for them.
Step by step
Nothing is cooked before it is needed. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, so it’s as fresh as from any chip shop. At a December wedding in Horley, it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so plan a lit path from the party to the van, while a June wedding has light until about 9:30pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Let us know the serving time
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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Weddings in Horley: venues, ceremonies and travel
Horley is about 3 miles north-west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. We take a fish and chip van for your wedding to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Horley and nearby villages. Horley is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 25 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Upton House (3.2 miles west) and Farnborough Hall (3.2 miles north). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and vehicles. Crouch Hill nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Horley suits an outdoor reception.
Weddings anywhere in OX15 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. Streets in the area include Manor Orchard and Little Lane, and the van can serve a wedding on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Other places close to Horley we cover include Wroxton (1 mile south), Drayton (2 miles south-east), Neithrop (3 miles south-east) and Ruscote (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Banbury (3 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (12 miles south-west), Grimsbury (4 miles south-east), Bloxham (5 miles south), Bodicote (5 miles south-east) and Upper Heyford (13 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Horton General Hospital (3.6 miles south-east) and Castle Quay Shopping Centre (3.2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Crouch Hill.
- Pubs nearby include Red Lion pub (within half a mile south-east)
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Distance and any road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The minimum booking
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. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Expected numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the parking spot
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
- 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