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Wedding fish and chip van in Richmond upon Thames, Greater London
Planning a fish and chip van for your wedding in Richmond upon Thames? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Vow renewal parties
- Engagement celebrations
- Garden and marquee receptions
Fresh fish and chips in Richmond upon Thames
Wedding fish and chip van in Richmond upon Thames, fried fresh
At informal weddings, the van can even serve the main meal. Most use it for evening food, when it’s most welcome. Popular choices include cod and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater engagement celebrations and barn and farm weddings.
Couples in Richmond upon Thames often hold the reception at a local venue or at home. We need off-road parking near the reception. Plan this early with your venue. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
- Location
- Richmond upon Thames (TW9, TW10, SW14, TW1)
- Region
- Greater London
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
What the van needs
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
Richmond upon Thames is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Richmond upon Thames
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
Richmond upon Thames weddings: local tips
Richmond upon Thames is about 3 miles south of Ealing, in Greater London. Whether your wedding is in the middle of Richmond upon Thames or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Richmond upon Thames is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. Our bookings stretch from Richmond upon Thames to London (9 miles away).
Marrying at Holy Trinity Richmond? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening. For guests travelling by train, there is a station right in Richmond upon Thames: Richmond station.
Wherever your wedding is in TW9, TW10, SW14 and TW1, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your wedding is on Church Road, King George Square and Topiary Square or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Being close to the B321 and B322, Richmond upon Thames is easy for us to reach with the van. We also bring the van to weddings in North Sheen (1 mile north-east), East Sheen (1 mile east), Mortlake (1 mile east), Kew (2 miles north-east) and Strand-on-the-Green (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to London (9 miles east), City of Westminster (7 miles north-east), Marylebone (8 miles north-east), Kensington (5 miles north-east), St Pancras (9 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-east).
A little further out are Eel Pie Island Museum (1.5 miles south-west) and West Middlesex University Hospital (1.5 miles north-west). Open spaces near Richmond upon Thames include Duke's Hollow and Richmond Hill.
- Nearby schools include Christ's Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School (less than half a mile south-east) and Kneller Hall Junior School (under half a mile north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The White Horse Richmond pub (under half a mile north)
- Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Heston and Isleworth (2.4 miles west)
Diets, allergies and planning
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Don’t forget your suppliers
- Give us a contact for the day who is not the couple
- Plan something for guests we cannot cater for
Most couples serve evening food between about 8pm and 9:30pm, after the first dance and before the party really gets going.
Ask your band or DJ to tell guests the van is open.
Places near Richmond upon Thames
Other occasions in Richmond upon Thames
About the food
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
For event organisers in Richmond upon Thames
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- The number of meals
- Whether a minimum applies
- Service time
- The menu and how many choices
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of the space and the way in
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Richmond upon Thames: your questions answered
Can you serve after a service at Holy Trinity Richmond?
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. Send us the address.
What about parking in Richmond upon Thames?
It can be, so tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council suspension. We’ll plan around it.
What happens if it rains?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Richmond upon Thames.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we will confirm what we need.
What can guests choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Should I sort the food myself?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we’ve agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. In Richmond upon Thames, evening wedding food frequently coincides with dusk: sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September. Festoon lights by the van look lovely in the photos.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your wedding, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
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Who books wedding fish and chip van in Richmond upon Thames?
Evening food matters, and a chip van gives guests something hot and generous. It is also a talking point.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Richmond upon Thames and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Vow renewal parties
- Rustic farm weddings
Planning photos in Pesthouse Common? It is worth checking the park’s rules first.
Comparing caterers
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The cancellation terms
- 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