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Fish and chip van hire in Wonersh, Surrey
Bring the chip shop to your event in Wonersh. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Christmas parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Community events and fairs
Planning an event in Wonersh?
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
How our fish and chip van hire works in Wonersh
If the van can park there, we can fry there: a driveway, a car park, a yard or a firm field. Whether it’s gatherings after a funeral and festive get-togethers, we’ll put together a menu of curry sauce, sausage and chips and cod and chips for your guests.
In a rural place like Wonersh, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Let us know about access and ground conditions. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Perfect for your event in Wonersh
It is familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Wonersh and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Staff lunches and team days
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Work Christmas parties
- Garden get-togethers
Coming by train? The nearest station is Chilworth station, about 1.5 miles north-east.
Before booking anyone
- The cancellation terms
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Whether travel is included
- A clear list of what’s included
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Wonersh: venues, parking and local tips
Wonersh is about 4 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. People in Wonersh book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Wonersh is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover.
If you’re gathering after a service at a church like Wonersh United Reformed Church, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. Within reach of Wonersh are historic houses such as Chilworth Manor (1.7 miles north) and Guildford Castle (2.9 miles north-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. Wonersh is within about 4 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
Events anywhere in GU5 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Streets in the area include The Street, Woodyers Close and The Close, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Close by, we cover events in Bramley (1 mile west), Shamley Green (1 mile south-east), Birtley Green (1 mile south), Stroud Common (2 miles south-east) and Grafham (2 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Guildford (4 miles north), Woking (8 miles north), Camberley (12 miles north-west), Epsom (15 miles north-east), Farnham (11 miles west) and Reigate (15 miles east).
A little further out are Surrey Police Museum (2.6 miles north-west) and Guildford Castle (2.9 miles north-west). The countryside around Wonersh includes St Martha's Hill and Silent Pool.
- Nearby schools include St Catherine's School (0.7 miles west) and Broadwater School (2.2 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Grantley Arms Public House (under half a mile west)
Step by step
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Late September evenings in Wonersh lose the light at about 7:05pm, and in December it’s nearer 3:55pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Let us know the serving time
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Ask for a quote
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Also in Wonersh
Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
A short menu keeps service quick, especially when everyone wants to eat at once.
Tell people when the van opens.
About the food
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and it is a favourite with children.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, nobody misses the event. Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Why us?
- No surprises in your quote
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- A van that becomes part of the event
- A menu almost everyone likes
Take a look at our prices page and what a fish and chip van costs.
Planning the van’s spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- A spot near your guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Questions from Wonersh
We are gathering after a service at Wonersh United Reformed Church: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
How far is Wonersh from London?
About 28 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Wonersh.
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.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. We cook inside the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
Tell us your preference when you book and we’ll confirm what we can offer.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
- 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