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Fish and Chip Van for Events for Crockhurst Street events
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your event turns food into part of your event in Crockhurst Street.
- Food for volunteers
- Village fêtes
- Fundraisers
A chip van near Crockhurst Street
Running an event in Crockhurst Street
Crockhurst Street is about 2 miles south-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. People in Crockhurst Street book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Crockhurst Street is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our bookings stretch from Crockhurst Street to London (29 miles away).
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of All Saints, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola. A school like Capel Primary School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
This part of Kent takes in TN11, so your event can be anywhere in it. Other places close to Crockhurst Street we cover include Tudeley (1 mile north-west), Tudeley Hale (1 mile north), Capel (1 mile east), Five Oak Green (1 mile east) and Colt's Hill (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (9 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (4 miles south-west), Kings Hill (7 miles north-east), Foley Park (11 miles north-east) and Paddock Wood (3 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tonbridge Castle (2.5 miles north-west) and Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (2.2 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve and Barden Lake.
- Nearby schools include The Schools at Somerhill (1.1 miles west) and Hillview School for Girls (1.8 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The George And Dragon Public House (0.6 miles east)
How our fish and chip van for events works in Crockhurst Street
A van suits shows and field events, if the ground is firm enough for vehicles. Whether it’s feeding event crew and sports days, we will put together a menu of curry sauce, sausage and chips and cod and chips and more.
Rural events near Crockhurst Street 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 tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Crockhurst Street?
It’s a hot meal for helpers as well.
Whatever the occasion in Crockhurst Street, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Fish and chip supper nights
- Club open days
- Music and food festivals
- Agricultural and country shows
For anyone arriving by train, Tonbridge station is about 2.5 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- How late numbers can change
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- If the price includes VAT
- A clear list of what’s included
For planners, venues and organisers
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
- Somewhere firm if it rains
- A hard-standing or firm grass pitch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
Prices and what affects them
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- The minimum booking
- Your choice of menu
- The day of the week
- The length of service
Larger groups typically cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the van would park
- The venue or postcode
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Crockhurst Street, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your event. We handle the cooking and serving. Winter fairs in Crockhurst Street are dark by about 3:55pm, so we need a lit pitch; spring events have light until about 8:50pm by late May.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
FAQs for Crockhurst Street
Which station is closest to Crockhurst Street?
The closest is Tonbridge station, roughly 2.5 miles away.
How far is Crockhurst Street from London?
About 29 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we will confirm what we need.
What does the van need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
What are the terms for events?
That varies: a pitch fee, a share of takings or a guaranteed minimum. We will agree it in writing.
Do you have allergen information?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a stall visitors will queue for, a chip van is hard to beat in Crockhurst Street. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.
What you get with us
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Hot food handed straight over
- Classic food your visitors already know
- Events in Crockhurst Street and across Kent
Read our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
Also near Crockhurst Street
More for events in Crockhurst Street
- 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