Kent · England
Corporate Fish and Chip Catering for Shelvin events
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your team makes the food a highlight of your staff event in Shelvin.
- Summer staff parties
- Open days and customer events
- A monthly Fish Friday
Book the van in Shelvin
What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- A spot near your staff
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Shelvin
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Staff lunches
About our corporate fish and chip catering in Shelvin
Everything is cooked as people come up, so the last person served gets food as hot as the first. We’re frequently asked to cater friday lunch treats and customer days, serving pie and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips.
Rural businesses around Shelvin can be a long way from anywhere to buy lunch, so a chip van lunch is welcome. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
About the food
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Towns and villages near Shelvin
Also in Shelvin
Planning a team lunch in Shelvin
Shelvin is about 6 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. Staff events in Shelvin are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Shelvin is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Shelvin to Canterbury (8 miles away).
For staff and visitors coming by train, the nearest station is Shepherds Well station, about 1.9 miles east. Shelvin is about 59 miles from central London. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles, which suits team days in the countryside.
We take the van to staff events all over the CT4 postcode area and the streets around it. From Clints Lane and Shelvin Lane or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. We also bring the van to staff events in Wootton (1 mile south-west), Denton (1 mile west), Lodge Lees (1 mile west), Breach (2 miles west) and Selsted (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Ashford (14 miles west), Canterbury (8 miles north-west), Dover (6 miles south-east), Folkestone (7 miles south), Ramsgate (14 miles north-east) and Whitstable (13 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Buckland Hospital (5.9 miles south-east).
- Pubs nearby include Coach House Hotel (0.7 miles north)
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Shelvin? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
How it works
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot when you’re ready to eat. In Shelvin, a summer staff event stays light until about 9:15pm; winter events, dark by about 3:50pm, need a lit spot for the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Give us a contact for the day
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Related guides
Is a fish and chip van right for your staff event?
A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. A van fries on the spot. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book our van in Shelvin
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- No kitchen needed
- No surprises in your quote
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
See our prices page and the cost guide.
How we price a fish and chip van for your team
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Service time
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The menu and how many choices
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Where the van would park
- The venue or postcode
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can use our quote form.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your team in Shelvin
Which station is closest to Shelvin?
Shepherds Well station, about 1.9 miles east of the centre.
Is Shelvin close to London?
About 59 miles from central London, and well within our area.
How do you handle allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we will give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
What will facilities need from you?
Sites vary, so send us the list and we will confirm what we can provide.
What happens if it rains?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Do you serve visitors at events?
Yes, it’s a great draw. Tell us the expected numbers and hours.
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.
How long will the queue be?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Events we cater in Shelvin
It works across shifts, with service timed to each break.
Whatever the occasion in Shelvin, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- End-of-project celebrations
- Open days and customer events
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Warehouse, depot and site teams
Within reach of Shelvin are historic houses such as Acrise Place (4 miles south-west) and Goodnestone Park (4.5 miles north-east). Historic venues suit client days, but check their vehicle rules before planning a van.
Before you book anyone
- The cancellation terms
- How much space the van takes up
- A clear list of what’s included
- Payment terms and deposit
- 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