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Wedding fish and chip van in Pratt's Bottom, Greater London
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your wedding in Pratt's Bottom. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Food after the first dance
- Barn weddings
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Wedding fish and chip van in Pratt's Bottom, fried fresh
Couples love the relaxed feel: dresses, suits and paper portions of chips makes for great photos. For relaxed, informal receptions and weddings in a marquee or garden, we’ll put together a menu of sausage and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips and more.
For a wedding in Pratt's Bottom, think about where a catering van can stop. Ask your venue about a loading bay or yard, which suits a chip van well. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your wedding, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
- Location
- Pratt's Bottom (BR6, TN14)
- County
- Greater London
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who can’t eat from the van
- Plan bins by the hatch
- Cater for most, not all, of the evening guest list
- Ask your venue about catering vans first
It’s kind to include suppliers working late when you give us numbers.
A little sign by the van tells guests what’s on.
Getting married in Pratt's Bottom?
Pratt's Bottom is about 3 miles south of Orpington, in Greater London. Anywhere in BR6, we can bring the van to you. We serve 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Pratt's Bottom to London (14 miles away).
Marrying at All Souls' Church? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening. Guests coming by rail will want to know that the nearest station is Knockholt station, about 0.8 miles east. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Pratt's Bottom, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van.
For weddings in BR6 and TN14, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. That could mean a wedding at a home on Orchard Road, Runciman Close and Downs View Close or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. We also bring the van to weddings in Halstead (1 mile south-east), Chelsfield (1 mile north-east), Bopeep (1 mile north-east), Badgers Mount (1 mile east) and Maypole (1 mile north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as London (14 miles north-west), Shoreditch (15 miles north-west), Whitechapel (14 miles north-west), Stockwell (13 miles north-west), Orpington (3 miles north) and Wimbledon (15 miles west).
A little further out are Crofton Roman Villa (2.4 miles north-west) and Lullingstone Castle (3.8 miles east). The countryside around Pratt's Bottom includes Betsom's Hill and Downe Bank Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Pratt's Bottom include Green Street Green Primary School (1.2 miles north-west)
For event organisers in Pratt's Bottom
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
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. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
FAQs for Pratt's Bottom
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is parking a problem for the van in Pratt's Bottom?
London parking needs planning: let us know about off-street space or permits. We’ll work around it.
How fast is service?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so it is fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before you book.
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Planning the van’s spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
Pratt's Bottom is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Pratt's Bottom
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Evening fish and chips
Why choose wedding fish and chip van in Pratt's Bottom?
A chip van brings a relaxed, fun feel to the evening. The hatch becomes a meeting point.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We are frequently booked for:
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Rustic farm weddings
- Informal weddings
Nearby historic houses include Down House (2.7 miles west) and Lullingstone Castle (3.8 miles east). Historic houses and estates frequently have rules on catering vans, so check early if that’s your venue.
Before booking anyone
- How allergens are handled
- How late numbers can change
- The deposit and payment dates
- VAT, if it applies
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Service time
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Whether a minimum applies
- How many people are eating
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the event is
- The spot you have in mind for the van
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Pratt's Bottom, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Step by step
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out right on schedule. In Pratt's Bottom, evening wedding food often coincides with dusk: about 9:20pm at midsummer, 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September. Festoon lights by the van look lovely in the photos.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
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.
Related guides
- 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