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Wedding fish and chip van in Ockford Ridge, Surrey
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Wedding fish and chip van in Ockford Ridge.
- Wedding after-parties
- Laid-back receptions
- Barn weddings
Fresh fish and chips in Ockford Ridge
About our wedding fish and chip van in Ockford Ridge
We agree timings with you and your venue, so the food fits your running order. Typical bookings include evening wedding food and coastal-themed receptions, with haddock and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
A wedding in a small place like Ockford Ridge frequently means a field, a barn or a family garden. That is where a chip van shines: no kitchen, just firm ground nearby. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
Should I sort the food myself?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
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.
Other occasions in Ockford Ridge
What affects the price in Ockford Ridge
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Service time
- How far we travel
- Access and parking
- The number of meals
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We will send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and time of the event
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- A picture of the space and the way in
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
If you want evening food guests will talk about, a chip van is hard to beat. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why Ockford Ridge hosts choose us
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- All the chip-shop extras
- No surprises in your quote
- Events in Ockford Ridge and across Surrey
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
What the van needs
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
The process
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we’re there in good time before you want to eat. Evening food at a Ockford Ridge wedding frequently goes out just as the light fades: sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September. A few lights by the hatch help guests and photos alike.
- You tell us your date, venue, rough numbers and when you’d like the food.
- We check access at the venue and send a price.
- Timings are agreed with you and the venue coordinator.
- On the day we set up in good time and fry fresh at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we clear our spot and leave you to the party.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Share the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
What comes out of the fryer
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Common questions in Ockford Ridge
Can you serve after a service at St John the Evangelist's Church?
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 normally elsewhere. Send us the address.
How far is Ockford Ridge from London?
Roughly 33 miles from the centre of London.
How fast is service?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
Can the van come to Ockford Ridge?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Ockford Ridge is within our area. To check your date, use our quote form.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we will plan for them.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Ockford Ridge.
Weddings in Ockford Ridge: venues, ceremonies and travel
Ockford Ridge is about 2 miles south-west of Godalming, in Surrey. Give us the address of your wedding in Ockford Ridge, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. Ockford Ridge is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 7 miles away.
Put the station on your invitation: there’s a station right in Ockford Ridge: Milford (Surrey) station. After a ceremony at a church like St John the Evangelist's Church, many couples move to a marquee or hall nearby, which is where the van comes in. With the Surrey Hills National Landscape within about 6 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
This part of Surrey takes in GU8. From Rake Lane and Station Lane or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. For weddings just outside Ockford Ridge, we cover Enton Green (1 mile east), Witley (1 mile south-west), Cramhurst (1 mile west), Mousehill (1 mile north-west) and Tuesley (1 mile north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (7 miles north-east), Woking (11 miles north), Camberley (13 miles north), Farnham (8 miles north-west), Dorking (14 miles east) and Frimley (11 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Godalming Museum (2 miles north-east) and Milford Hospital (0.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Ockford Ridge includes Hydon's Ball and Farncombe Wood.
- Nearby schools include The Chandler CofE Aided Junior School (0.6 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Star Public House (under half a mile south-west)
Who books wedding fish and chip van in Ockford Ridge?
Evening food matters, and fish and chips is a crowd-pleaser. It’s also a talking point.
In Ockford Ridge and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Wedding after-parties
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Engagement parties
- Garden and marquee receptions
If you are hoping for photos in Rodborough Common, check whether the park needs permission for photography or gatherings.
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Whether VAT is included
- When final numbers are due
- 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