Surrey · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van for The Chart events
Bring the chip shop to your wedding in The Chart. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Wedding after-parties
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Vow renewal parties
Wedding fish and chip van in The Chart
Wedding fish and chip van in The Chart, cooked to order
The van parks near the marquee, barn or venue, and guests drift out to queue and chat. It turns evening food into part of the celebration. For wedding after-parties and anniversary celebrations, we can cook haddock and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips and more.
A wedding in a small place like The Chart frequently means a field, a barn or a family garden. That’s where a chip van shines: no kitchen, just firm ground nearby. 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.
FAQs for The Chart
Is The Chart close to London?
About 18 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like The Chart?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Do you come to The Chart?
We do. The Chart is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options.
What do you bring?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
When should evening food go out?
Most couples choose between 8pm and 9:30pm, after the first dance. We will fit your running order.
Places near The Chart
What else we do in The Chart
How the day works
You will know we are ready when the smell of frying drifts over. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. Evening food at a The Chart wedding often goes out just as the light fades: about 9:20pm at midsummer, 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September. A few lights by the hatch help guests and photos alike.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
How to get a price
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Why choose a fish and chip van in The Chart?
Next to a cold buffet, a chip van serves hot food fresh from the fryer, and nothing sits out drying up. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your wedding.
Why book our van in The Chart
- No kitchen needed
- Hot food handed straight over
- We cover The Chart and the whole of Surrey
- A menu almost everyone likes
About the food
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion, so we bring it along.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
Events we cater in The Chart
A chip van brings a relaxed, fun feel to the evening. Guests queue, chat and come back smiling.
In The Chart and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Food after the first dance
- Laid-back receptions
- Barn and farm weddings
- Day-after gatherings
Among the historic houses close to The Chart are Chartwell (1.9 miles east) and Quebec House (2 miles north-east). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and vehicles.
What your quote should include
- How allergens are handled
- When final numbers are due
- A clear list of what’s included
- The van’s size and access needs
Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in The Chart
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Cod, haddock or both
- Any minimum charge
- How far we travel
- Parking and the way in
Larger groups normally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the space and the way in
- The venue or postcode
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Each quote is put together for your wedding. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
Getting married in The Chart?
The Chart is about 6 miles south-east of Caterham, in Surrey. The Chart is well within our area, so your wedding just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. The Chart is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 18 miles away.
If you’re marrying at a church near The Chart, such as St Andrew's, and holding the reception nearby, the van can serve evening food there. Botley Hill nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around The Chart suits an outdoor reception.
This part of Surrey takes in RH8, and we can serve your wedding anywhere in it. Your wedding could be at a house on Stoneleigh Road, St Andrews Way and Ridlands Lane or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include Pains-Hill (1 mile west), Moorhouse Bank (1 mile north-east), Goodley Stock (1 mile east), Limpsfield (1 mile north-west) and Crockham Hill (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Epsom (15 miles north-west), Horley (10 miles south-west), Redhill (9 miles west), Ewell (15 miles north-west), Reigate (10 miles west) and Caterham (6 miles north-west).
A little further out are Tandridge Priory (0.6 miles north-west). Open spaces near The Chart include Botley Hill and Bay Pond.
- Nearby schools include Hazelwood School (1.3 miles west) and Oxted School (1.9 miles west)
- Nearby, you will find Carpenters Arms (under half a mile south)
- 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