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Wedding fish and chip van in Shortheath, Surrey
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 Shortheath.
- Rustic farm weddings
- Anniversary celebrations
- Evening wedding food
Planning an event in Shortheath?
Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Cater for most, not all, of the evening guest list
- Add an allergy question to your RSVP card
- Name a friend or coordinator as our contact
Evening food generally goes out between about 8pm and 9:30pm, once the first dance is done.
Napkins or wet wipes by the van are a kindness to anyone in their wedding best.
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Shortheath
Barn, marquee and garden weddings suit a chip van perfectly, because there is generally somewhere firm for the van to park nearby. For day-after gatherings and coastal-themed receptions, we can cook haddock and chips, curry sauce and cod and chips and more.
A wedding in a small place like Shortheath often means a field, a barn or a family garden. A chip van is made for that: no kitchen, just firm ground nearby. Let us know about access and ground. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Shortheath
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Evening fish and chips
What affects the price in Shortheath
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- How far we travel
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The length of service
- Parking and the way in
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the van would park
- The venue or postcode
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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Shortheath: your questions answered
Can the van park in Underdown nature reserve?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Do you come out to small places like Shortheath?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we will plan for them.
Can the van be part of the photos?
It normally ends up in a few photos. Bunting or lights make it even better.
Where will the van go at our venue?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and the venue agrees. We’ll check access with you and the venue.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Compared with a cold evening buffet, fish and chips is hot and fresh, and nothing has been out for hours. The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It’s worth asking early.
Why book our van in Shortheath
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Quick service from the hatch
- Events in Shortheath and across Surrey
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
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 generally simpler.
About the food
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Working with your venue
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements 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 plan ahead.
Shortheath weddings: local tips
Shortheath is about 1 mile south-west of Farnham, in Surrey. Across the GU9 area, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. We cover all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 11 miles away.
Planning photos in Underdown nature reserve? It is worth checking the park’s rules first. It is worth telling train travellers that Farnham station, about 1.3 miles north-east, is the nearest station. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Shortheath, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van.
Anywhere in GU9 and GU10, we can fry fresh for your guests. From Shortheath Road, Little Thurbans Close and Sunnydell Lane or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Main roads around Shortheath include the B3384, so getting the van to your wedding is simple. If your venue is just outside Shortheath, we also cover Wrecclesham (1 mile west), Boundstone (1 mile south), Rowledge (1 mile south-west), Holt Pound (1 mile south-west) and Bucks Horn Oak (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (11 miles east), Woking (13 miles north-east), Camberley (10 miles north), Frimley (9 miles north-east), Haslemere (8 miles south-east) and Cranleigh (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Farnham Castle (1.6 miles north) and Museum of Farnham (1.2 miles north). Open spaces near Shortheath include Aunt's Pool and Farnham Heath.
- Nearby schools include Weydon School (0.5 miles north-west) and Weydon School (0.5 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Royal Oak Public House (0.5 miles west)
How it works
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Then everything is fried to order, so we time it to your schedule. At midsummer, sunset in Shortheath is about 9:20pm, so the van can serve before or after your sunset photos. Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September.
- We start with your date, venue, numbers and running order.
- We check access at the venue and send a price.
- We agree arrival and serving times with you and your venue.
- We set up during the reception and start frying at the agreed time.
- We pack up quietly once everyone has eaten.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Name one person we can call on the day
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
- 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