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Fish and chip van hire in Ripley, Surrey
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van in Ripley.
- Birthday celebrations
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Community events and fairs
Fish and chip van hire for Ripley events
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Fish and chip van hire in Ripley, cooked to order
Fish and chip van hire means the chip shop comes to you. The van parks up, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot and crisp. For visits to care homes and day centres and gatherings after a funeral, we can cook haddock and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
Somewhere like Ripley, a yard or firm field frequently works. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Ordering a takeaway for a crowd means long waits and food that cools on the journey. A van fries on the spot, so it’s crisp when it’s handed over. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
What you get with us
- A clear quote before booking
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Bringing the van to Ripley
Ripley is about 4 miles east of Woking, in Surrey. For events in Ripley, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. Ripley is one of 395 places in Surrey where we bring the van.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Clandon station, about 2.5 miles south. Within reach of Ripley are historic houses such as Byfleet Manor (2.6 miles north-east) and Hatchlands Park (3.1 miles south). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Ripley. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
Anywhere in GU23, we can bring the van to you. That could mean an event at a home on High Street, Dorton Way and Wentworth Close, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. You will find Ripley on the B2215, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van. Other places close to Ripley we cover include Ockham (2 miles east), West Horsley (3 miles south-east), East Clandon (3 miles south), East Horsley (3 miles south-east) and Effingham (5 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (5 miles south-west), Woking (4 miles west), Camberley (10 miles west), Epsom (10 miles east), Redhill (15 miles east) and Farnham (14 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find The Peacocks (3 miles north-west) and Woking Community Hospital (2.8 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Papercourt Marshes and Boldermere Lake.
- Nearby schools include St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School (2.3 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Anchor Public House (within half a mile east)
Nearby places to Ripley
Also in Ripley
Where the van can park in Ripley
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A short walk from the party
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
What affects the price in Ripley
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Parking and the way in
- Numbers
- Your choice of menu
- The date and time of year
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It’s worth asking early.
Details that help
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Your date and serving time
- Where the van would park
- The address or venue name
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Common questions in Ripley
Do you come to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Is Ripley close to London?
About 22 miles from central London, and well within our area.
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.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Do you cover Ripley?
We do. We serve events in Ripley and across Surrey. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
It can be. Fish and chips with mushy peas is a full meal.
What is fish and chip van hire?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your event. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Ripley, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 3:55pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Who books fish and chip van hire in Ripley?
It suits relaxed, sociable events, with people coming up to the hatch as they please.
In Ripley and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Community events and fairs
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Christmas parties
After a service at Church of St Mary Magdalen, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house.
What your quote should include
- How allergens are handled
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Fewer choices mean faster service
- Have a back-up for anyone who can’t eat from the van
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Send allergies to us in writing
Once everyone is fed, we pack up, quietly and quickly.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it is lovely with a pie.
- 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