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Christmas party fish and chips in Kilndown, Kent
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Christmas party fish and chips in Kilndown.
- Festive family gatherings
- Christmas markets and fairs
- Christmas customer days
A chip van near Kilndown
Is a fish and chip van right for your Christmas party?
A cold buffet doesn’t feel festive. Hot food from the van does. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
Why us?
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- We cover Kilndown and the whole of Kent
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Christmas party fish and chips in Kilndown, fried fresh
December dates book up early, so it pays to ask early. Whether it’s office Christmas parties and festive family gatherings, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, haddock and chips and cod and chips for your guests.
In a small place like Kilndown, December lanes are dark, so let us know about access and lighting. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
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Other occasions in Kilndown
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
DIY versus a fish and chip van
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Step by step
Serving is straightforward: everything is handed over hot from the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. Sunset in Kilndown in late December is about 3:55pm, so plan lighting for any party after mid-afternoon. Lunchtime is the brightest slot in December.
- It starts with your date, site and numbers.
- We check the spot for the van and send a quote.
- Arrival time and a well-lit spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order and serve from the hatch on time.
- We pack up when service ends and leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Make sure the van can get in
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
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How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
These are the factors that matter most:
- How many people are eating
- Parking and the way in
- 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. Ask about your date early.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Your date and serving time
- The venue or postcode
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability right away.
Food your guests will love
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Kilndown: your questions answered
Is Kilndown too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Kilndown from London?
Roughly 36 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Can the van come to our work Christmas do?
Yes, if there’s a suitable spot for the van and the site allows it.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Kilndown? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Christmas catering near Kilndown
Kilndown is about 8 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Bookings in Kilndown come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We take the van to 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Kilndown to Brighton (about 30 miles away).
The High Weald National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Kilndown, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
Christmas parties anywhere in TN17 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. We can serve a Christmas party on streets such as Church Road, Beresford Close and Chicks Lane, wherever the van can park. If your venue is just outside Kilndown, we also cover Riseden (1 mile north-east), Bedgebury Cross (1 mile east), Stonecrouch (1 mile south), Three Leg Cross (2 miles south) and Flimwell (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles north-west), Tonbridge (10 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north), Foley Park (14 miles north) and Paddock Wood (6 miles north).
A little further out are Finchcocks Musical Museum (1 mile north) and Old Scotney Castle (0.6 miles west). Open spaces near Kilndown include Bewl Water.
Why choose Christmas party fish and chips in Kilndown?
The van keeps cooking in any weather.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re frequently booked for:
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
- Christmas customer days
- New Year parties
- Lights switch-on events
A Christmas fair at Christ Church is just the kind of event a chip van suits.
Questions to ask before you book
- How many hours the van serves
- Payment terms and deposit
- How much space the van takes up
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- 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