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Fish and chip van hire in Westfield, Surrey
Bring the chip shop to your event in Westfield. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Summer garden parties
- Birthday celebrations
Planning an event in Westfield?
Fish and chip van hire in Westfield, cooked to order
Fish and chips is the meal almost everyone in Britain knows and likes. That’s why a van works for so many kinds of event in Westfield. We’re often asked to cater birthday celebrations and wakes and celebrations of life, with pie and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips.
In a smaller place like Westfield, a garden party with the van on the drive is often the simplest option: no venue hire, and nobody stuck cooking. Tell us about access down the lane or drive. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
A cold buffet is simple, but food sits out, and there is nothing warming on a chilly day. A chip van cooks to order and serves hot. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why us?
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- No surprises in your quote
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
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What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A spot near your guests
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
Allergies and dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Fewer choices mean faster service
- Confirm allergies by email
- Count children separately
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We park, set up, fry and serve, and keep in touch with you about timings.
A gazebo by the van keeps the queue dry.
Common questions in Westfield
We are gathering after a service at St Mark's Church: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
How far is Westfield from London?
About 24 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you serve children?
Yes. Children generally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
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.
Should I sort the food myself?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
The process
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. By late September, sunset in Westfield is around 7:05pm, and in December it’s nearer 3:55pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Clear the route for the van
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
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Fish and chip van hire around Westfield
Westfield is about 1 mile south-east of Woking, in Surrey. People in Westfield book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. We serve 395 places across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages.
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as St Mark's Church, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby. Within reach of Westfield are historic houses such as Clandon Park (4.1 miles south-east) and Byfleet Manor (4.7 miles north-east). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before booking. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Westfield, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
Anywhere in GU22, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Ash Road, Moor Lane and Loop Road, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Westfield sits on or near the A247, so getting the van to your event is simple. Other places close to Westfield we cover include Old Woking (1 mile east), Woking (1 mile north-west), Goldsworth Park (1 mile north-west), St John's (2 miles north-west) and Horsell (2 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (4 miles south), Camberley (8 miles west), Epsom (13 miles east), Farnham (12 miles south-west), Ewell (14 miles east) and Egham (9 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Woking Community Hospital (1 mile north) and Guildford Castle (4.7 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Pewley Hill and Boldermere Lake.
- Nearby schools include Hoe Valley School (0.6 miles west) and Hoe Valley School (0.6 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include Drumming Snipe pub (0.6 miles south-west)
What affects the price in Westfield
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- How far we travel
- Access and parking
- The date and time of year
- Numbers
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 event.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Rough numbers for adults and children
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
- 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