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Wedding fish and chip van in Pachesham Park, Surrey
We bring a fish and chip van for your wedding across Pachesham Park and Surrey, cooking to order on site.
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Coastal-themed receptions
Fresh fish and chips in Pachesham Park
How our wedding fish and chip van works in Pachesham Park
Barn, marquee and garden weddings suit a chip van perfectly, because there is frequently a yard or track close to the party. We are often asked to cater vow renewal parties and weddings in a marquee or garden, with cod and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
A wedding in a small place like Pachesham Park frequently means a field, a barn or a family garden. A chip van is made for that: no kitchen needed, just a firm spot near the party. Let us know about access and ground. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Have bins ready for paper and trays
- Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers early
- Talk to us about evening numbers
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
If speeches or dances run over, we simply start a little later.
Ask your band or DJ to tell guests the van is open.
Pachesham Park weddings: local tips
Pachesham Park is about 2 miles north-west of Ashtead, in Surrey. Tell us where your wedding in Pachesham Park will be, and we will plan access and set-up. We take the van to all 395 towns and villages across Surrey. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 11 miles away.
Jubilee Wood nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Pachesham Park suits an outdoor reception. Within reach of Pachesham Park are historic houses such as The Homewood (3 miles north-west) and Fitznells Manor (4.3 miles north-east). Grand venues like these normally set rules for outside caterers, so ask before you book. With the Surrey Hills National Landscape within about 5 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
Wherever your wedding is in KT22, we can fry fresh for your guests. Whether your wedding is on Oaklawn Road, Oxshott Road and The Avenue or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include Oxshott (1 mile north-west), Malden Rushett (1 mile north-east), Ashtead (2 miles south-east), Stoke D'Abernon (2 miles west) and Barwell (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Guildford (11 miles south-west), Woking (10 miles west), Epsom (3 miles east), Horley (12 miles south-east), Redhill (9 miles south-east) and Ewell (4 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Epsom Cottage Hospital (2.2 miles north-east) and Elmbridge Museum (3.6 miles north). Green spaces nearby include The Lake and Jubilee Wood.
- Schools near Pachesham Park include Danes Hill School (1 mile north-west) and The Royal Kent CofE Primary School (1.2 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Royal Oak pub (0.9 miles south)
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More for events in Pachesham Park
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
How the day works
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it is served. Golden-hour photos in Pachesham Park at midsummer come around 9:20pm, so the van can serve before or after your sunset photos. Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Clear the route for the van
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Getting a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Why choose wedding fish and chip van in Pachesham Park?
Evening food matters, and a chip van gives guests something hot and generous. It’s also a talking point.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Pachesham Park and Surrey:
- Wedding after-parties
- Food after the first dance
- Rustic farm weddings
- Informal weddings
For guests travelling by train, the nearest station is Ashtead station, about 1.3 miles east.
Comparing caterers
- The van’s size and access needs
- Whether VAT is included
- How late numbers can change
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Space, access and the venue
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A spot near your guests
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Pachesham Park
Is Pachesham Park too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Pachesham Park from London?
Roughly 16 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Will the van be in our photos?
Lots of couples ask for a photo at the van. If not, ask your venue to park it out of the main photo spots.
Can you do our evening wedding food?
Yes. Evening food is the most common wedding booking for a fish and chip van. Tell us your date and venue.
How many evening guests should we cater for?
It depends on how much was served earlier and when the evening food goes out. Most couples plan for most of their evening guests.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Can the van park by the marquee?
That’s up to your venue, but near the reception works best. Send us a photo of the spot.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
A chip van compared with other options
Formal evening food costs more and slows the party down. A van keeps it relaxed. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- We cover Pachesham Park and the whole of Surrey
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
- 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