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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Cotman's Ash
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van for events in Cotman's Ash.
- Sports days
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Crew and volunteer catering
Fish and chip van for events for Cotman's Ash events
Fish and chip van for events in Cotman's Ash, fried fresh
Fêtes, school fairs, festivals and shows all suit a chip van. For sports days and country shows, we will put together a menu of chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips and more.
Near Cotman's Ash, events may be far from shops and cafés, so a chip van is a welcome sight. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do.
The process
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we can start a little later or slow the pace. December events in Cotman's Ash lose the light at about 3:55pm, so pitches need lighting; in late May there is light until about 8:50pm.
- You send us the event details and pitch information.
- We confirm the date, what we need on the pitch and any documents.
- We arrive at the agreed time and set up on the pitch.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch through the event.
- We clear the pitch when the event closes.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Have a level parking spot ready
Get a quote
Planning a fish and chip van for your event in Cotman's Ash? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
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Cotman's Ash: your questions answered
Is Cotman's Ash close to London?
About 19 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Cotman's Ash too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Cotman's Ash.
What food do you serve?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
How do you charge at fêtes?
We’ll talk it through when you send the details, and we’ll find something that works.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Can you cater for allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
Perfect for your event in Cotman's Ash
It’s low-maintenance for organisers, because we bring what we need.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Cotman's Ash:
- Summer fairs
- Sports club events and race days
- Fish and chip supper nights
- Agricultural and country shows
Events in parks such as Kemsing Down need permission from the council or landowner, and the van needs a firm route onto the pitch.
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
Cotman's Ash events: pitches and permissions
Cotman's Ash is about 3 miles north-east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Cotman's Ash. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 19 miles away.
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of Saint Mary the Virgin, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola. A school like Kemsing Primary School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day. Within about 3 miles is the Kent Downs National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
This part of Kent takes in TN15, so your event can be anywhere in it. Nearby, we also serve events in Woodlands (1 mile north-east), Heaverham (1 mile south-east), Knatts Valley (1 mile north), Romney Street (1 mile north-west) and Kemsing (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles east), Dartford (9 miles north), Sevenoaks (3 miles south-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south), Gravesend (10 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (8 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Kemsing Castle Bank (0.9 miles south-west) and Sevenoaks Hospital (2.8 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Dryhill Nature Reserve.
- Local pubs include The Rising Sun pub (less than half a mile north-west)
What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Space for a queue away from paths
- Access that avoids crowds
- Details of any power or water on site
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Cotman's Ash
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
Planners, venues and businesses
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Having the party at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
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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 nobody has to miss the event.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
What affects the price in Cotman's Ash
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Service time
- Parking and the way in
- How far we travel
- How many people are eating
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It’s worth asking early.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Where the van would park
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A picture of where the van would go
- Dietary needs, with numbers
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’re ready, use our quote form.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Cakes and sandwiches are popular, but hot food brings people in on cooler days. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
Why us?
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Classic food your visitors already know
- Everything cooked to order at your event
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Allergies and dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Share pitch details
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Agree how we will be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
- Give us an idea of numbers
If we’re feeding volunteers, agree a time that suits the schedule.
Pre-selling meal tickets helps us plan.
- 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