Kent · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Biddenden, Kent
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Fish and chip van for events in Biddenden.
- Sports tournaments
- School fairs and sports days
- Crew and volunteer catering
Fish and chip van for events for Biddenden events
How our fish and chip van for events works in Biddenden
A chip van suits school fairs and sports days, once the school agrees where the van goes. Typical bookings include school fairs and sports days and church fêtes and fish and chip suppers, with curry sauce, chips and haddock and chips.
Rural events near Biddenden can be a long way from anywhere to eat, so fish and chips goes down well. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
These are the factors that matter most:
- The length of service
- Any minimum charge
- The date and time of year
- How easy the site is to reach
The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It’s worth asking early.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- A picture of the parking spot
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and when you’d like to eat
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
FAQs for Biddenden
Is Biddenden close to London?
Roughly 41 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
Do you trade at schools?
Yes, once the school agrees where the van goes. Tell us the date and where the van would park.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
What does the pitch need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, and room for a queue. Tell us about power and water.
What are the terms for events?
That varies: pitch fee, percentage or minimum. We’ll agree terms before the day.
How the day works
We do not cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it’s ordered, so it’s as fresh as from any chip shop. Winter fairs in Biddenden are dark by about 3:50pm, so we need a lit pitch; spring events have light until about 8:50pm by late May.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your visitors.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
How to get a price
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
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Events we cater in Biddenden
It suits almost every visitor.
Whatever the occasion in Biddenden, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Sports days
- Food for volunteers
- Fundraisers
- Club open days
If you are organising a summer fair or sports day for a school such as John Mayne Church of England Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser.
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- A clear list of what’s included
Takeaway run or book a van?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Next to a volunteer barbecue, a van means volunteers can enjoy the day. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why Biddenden hosts choose us
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Bookings across Kent, including Biddenden
- Hot food handed straight over
Read how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Running an event in Biddenden
Biddenden is about 10 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Around Biddenden, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground, close to your visitors. Biddenden is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Biddenden to Canterbury (about 22 miles away).
For anyone arriving by train, Headcorn station, about 3.5 miles north, is the nearest station. A summer fête at Parish Church of All Saints is the classic setting for a fish and chip van. Events in and around the High Weald National Landscape, within about 5 miles of Biddenden, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
We cover events in every part of TN27 and the streets around it. We can serve an event on streets such as High Street, The Meadows and Cloth Hall Gardens, as long as there is somewhere for the van. For events just outside Biddenden, we cover Curteis' Corner (1 mile north-east), Woolpack Corner (1 mile south-east), Standen (1 mile north-east), Hareplain (1 mile north-west) and Stede Quarter (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles north-west), Ashford (10 miles east), Kings Hill (15 miles north-west), Foley Park (12 miles north-west), Paddock Wood (12 miles west) and Tenterden (4 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Benenden Hospital (2.3 miles south-west) and Sissinghurst Castle (2.6 miles west).
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion Inn (less than half a mile south-east)
Places near Biddenden
Other occasions in Biddenden
Before you choose a spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Information about power and water
- A back-up spot if the ground is soft
- Confirmation the van can trade there
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Chips
For event organisers in Biddenden
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Having the party at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
- 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