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Corporate fish and chip catering in Coombe, Kent
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Corporate fish and chip catering in Coombe.
- Workplace fundraising days
- A monthly Fish Friday
- Thank-you lunches for the team
Corporate fish and chip catering for Coombe events
Corporate fish and chip catering in Coombe, cooked to order
It suits office staff, drivers, warehouse teams and site crews alike, because fish and chips is food everyone knows. For staff appreciation days and project milestones, we’ll put together a menu of mushy peas, pie and chips and cod and chips for your guests.
At country workplaces around Coombe, we can bring a hot lunch to the yard. Let us know about tracks and gates. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Your choice of menu
- The number of meals
- Access and parking
- Whether a minimum applies
Larger groups generally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A picture of where the van would go
- The address or venue name
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Check with facilities where the van can park
- A pre-order helps with numbers and allergies
- Send round an allergy question
- Tell us about coeliac staff specifically
We arrive before your break to park and heat the fryers, so we are ready when the first group comes out.
A gazebo near the hatch helps on wet days.
Perfect for your staff event in Coombe
It gets people out of their usual groups and talking.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Fish Friday treats
- End-of-project celebrations
- Charity and fundraising days at work
- Open days
Within reach of Coombe are historic houses such as Goodnestone Park (3.5 miles south-west). Historic venues suit client days, but check their vehicle rules before planning a van.
Before you book anyone
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- If the price includes VAT
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Allergen information for each item
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
A chip van compared with other options
Next to a sandwich lunch, fish and chips feels like a real thank-you. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Why book with us
- Classic food your staff already know
- Something for staff to gather round
- Bookings across Kent, including Coombe
- No surprises in your quote
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Towns and villages near Coombe
More for events in Coombe
Coombe for staff days and team lunches
Coombe is about 6 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Whether your staff event is in the middle of Coombe or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Coombe is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Coombe to Canterbury (9 miles away).
Coombe is about 62 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard. Teams travelling in by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Sandwich station, about 2.1 miles east. Within about 6 miles of the sea, fish and chips goes down well with any team.
We take the van to staff events all over CT3 and CT13 and the streets around it. From Coombe Lane, Saunders Lane and Langdon Avenue or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Other places close to Coombe we cover include Flemings (1 mile south-west), Ash (1 mile north-west), Weddington (1 mile north), Guilton (1 mile west) and Hammill Park (1 mile south). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (9 miles west), Margate (8 miles north-east), Dover (9 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south-west), Ramsgate (7 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include White Mill (1.6 miles east). The countryside around Coombe includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Schools near Coombe include Sandwich Technology School (1.9 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The Chequer Inn (0.9 miles north-west)
Space, access and the venue
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- A short walk from the party
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Staff lunches
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
Coombe questions
Is Coombe close to London?
Roughly 62 miles from the centre of London.
Is Coombe too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we’ll reply with a price.
Can you come onto our site?
Generally, if there is a level spot and the site allows it. Facilities will decide the spot.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is normally simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Can we pay by invoice?
We’ll talk you through booking and payment for businesses.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will take it from there.
How the day works
You do not need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your staff event. We handle the cooking and serving. A lunch-break van visit in Coombe is always in daylight, but later events need lighting: it is dark by about 3:50pm in December.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Name one person we can call on the day
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your staff event in Coombe, and we will check the date and send a price.
Related guides
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
- 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