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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Horne
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Wedding fish and chip van in Horne.
- Wedding after-parties
- Engagement celebrations
- Evening food for day and evening guests
A chip van near Horne
Wedding fish and chip van in Horne, fried fresh
Some evening guests arrive without having eaten, while day guests last ate in the afternoon. Fresh fish and chips suits everyone. Whether it is pre-wedding get-togethers and seaside-themed weddings, we’ll put together a menu of mushy peas, haddock and chips and cod and chips and more.
Near Horne, weddings are frequently in fields, barns or gardens. That is where a chip van shines: no kitchen, just firm ground nearby. Let us know about access and ground. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what we can do.
Planning for dietary needs
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who can’t eat from the van
- Talk to us about evening numbers
- Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers early
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
We arrive during the reception and set up quietly, so we are ready at the agreed time.
A chalkboard sign with the menu by the van adds a nice touch.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
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.
Weddings in Horne: venues, ceremonies and travel
Horne is about 4 miles east of Horley, in Surrey. Whether your wedding is in the middle of Horne or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We serve all 395 towns and villages in Surrey. We serve events right across the region, from Horne to London (about 22 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary the Virgin, many couples move to a marquee or hall nearby, which is where the van comes in. Hedgecourt Lake nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Horne suits an outdoor reception. With the High Weald National Landscape within about 8 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
We cover weddings in every part of RH6 and the streets around it. Your wedding could be at a house on Church Road and Whitewood Lane or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Horne we cover include Whitewood (1 mile north-east), Blindley Heath (1 mile north-east), Newchapel (2 miles south-east), Lingfield Common (3 miles east) and Domewood (3 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Epsom (13 miles north-west), Horley (4 miles west), Redhill (5 miles north-west), Ewell (14 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles north-west) and Caterham (7 miles north).
A little further out are East Surrey Hospital (4.2 miles north-west) and Bletchingley Castle (3.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Bay Pond and Hedgecourt Lake.
- Local pubs include The Jolly Farmer pub (within half a mile north-east)
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Horne? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it is lovely with a pie.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Your choice of menu
- How many people are eating
- Distance and any road charges
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
How it works
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Then everything is fried to order, so we time it to your schedule. At a December wedding in Horne, it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so the route from the reception to the van needs lighting.
- You tell us your date, venue, rough numbers and when you’d like the food.
- You get a check on the date and venue, and a quote.
- Timings are agreed with you and the venue coordinator.
- We set up during the reception and start frying at the agreed time.
- We pack up quietly once everyone has eaten.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Share the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
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Other occasions in Horne
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Horne
Which station is closest to Horne?
The closest is Godstone station, roughly 2.6 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Horne?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How do you handle allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we will give you the allergen information.
Do you come to Horne?
We do. We serve events in Horne and across Surrey. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your wedding and we will send a quote.
Can the van park by the marquee?
That’s up to your venue, but near the reception works best. A picture of the area helps.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
Perfect for your wedding in Horne
People get hungry again by the evening, and a chip van gives guests something hot and generous. It is a fun moment too.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Rustic farm weddings
- Evening wedding food
- Anniversary celebrations
Put the station on your invitation: the closest railway station is Godstone station, roughly 2.6 miles north-east of the centre.
Before booking anyone
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- A clear list of what’s included
- The van’s size and access needs
- Whether travel is included
What the van needs
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Horne
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- 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