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Wedding fish and chip van in Upton, Greater London
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your wedding makes the food a highlight of your wedding in Upton.
- Second-day and after-party food
- Informal weddings
- Barn weddings
Wedding fish and chip van in Upton
Planning the van’s spot
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A short walk from the party
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
As a London location, Upton is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
From the hatch
- Evening fish and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
Wedding fish and chip van in Upton, fried fresh
Barn, marquee and garden weddings suit a chip van perfectly, because there’s frequently a yard or track close to the party. On the menu are haddock and chips, sausage and chips and curry sauce, and we are regularly asked to cater food after the first dance and coastal-themed receptions.
In Upton, parking for suppliers is part of the plan. Many London venues have a loading bay or yard, which is ideal for the van. Everything is fried fresh at your wedding, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
- Area
- Upton (E7, E13, E15)
- County
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Places near Upton
Also in Upton
Weddings in Upton: venues, ceremonies and travel
Upton is about 1 mile north of Plaistow, in Greater London. Across the E7 area, we can fry fresh for your guests. Upton is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 6 miles away.
Couples marrying at local churches such as St Peter's Church frequently hold the reception nearby, with the van parked by the marquee or hall. Wedding photographers in the area frequently head for Old Ford Island, and the countryside around Upton suits an outdoor reception.
We serve weddings across the E7, E13 and E15 postcode area. Streets in the area include May Road, West Road and Park Road, and the van can serve a wedding on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Other places close to Upton we cover include Upton Park (1 mile south-east), Greengate (1 mile south), West Ham (1 mile south-west), Forest Gate (1 mile north) and Plashet (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (6 miles south-west), City of Westminster (8 miles west), Marylebone (8 miles west), Kensington (10 miles west), St Pancras (6 miles west) and Shoreditch (5 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Stratford Centre (1.2 miles west) and West Ham United Football Club Museum (0.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near Upton include Hollow Pond and Tower Hill.
- Local schools include St Bonaventure's RC School (under half a mile west) and St Bonaventure's RC School (less than half a mile west)
- Pubs nearby include Spotted Dog pub (under half a mile north-west)
- Other local spots include County Borough of West Ham (1.1 miles west)
Planners, venues and businesses
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
FAQs for Upton
Is parking a problem for the van in Upton?
London parking needs planning: let us know about off-street space or permits. We will plan around it.
Can you serve after a service at St Peter's Church?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Can you do our evening wedding food?
Yes, that’s what most couples book us for. We’ll fit around your first dance and band.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll plan for them.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Should I sort the food myself?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
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. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A hog roast is a classic for weddings, but it’s one dish, and some guests do not eat pork. A van gives a choice of fish, sausage or pie. Larger groups usually 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.
Why Upton hosts choose us
- We cover Upton and the whole of Greater London
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Something for guests to gather round
- A menu almost everyone likes
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
The process
Your timings come first. If things run late, we hold off cooking until you are ready, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. At midsummer, sunset in Upton is about 9:20pm, so the van can serve before or after your sunset photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:50pm, and in late September about 7:05pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. To get started, use our quote form.
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Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Make sure we have someone to call on the day
- Do not forget your suppliers
- Have a back-up for guests with special diets
- Add an allergy question to your RSVP card
We arrive and set up without getting in the way, so the fryers are hot when you’re ready.
A chalkboard sign with the menu by the van adds a nice touch.
Events we cater in Upton
Couples choose a fish and chip van because it is relaxed and fun. Guests queue, chat and come back smiling.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Wedding after-parties
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Barn weddings
Guests coming by rail will want to know that Forest Gate station is about 0.8 miles away.
Before booking anyone
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- When final numbers are due
- The cancellation terms
- 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