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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Dargate
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your event in Dargate and across Kent.
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Horse and dog shows
Fish and chip van for events in Dargate
Fish and chip van for events in Dargate, fried fresh
The smell of fish and chips brings a queue to any fête. Organisers get a trader almost everyone is happy to queue for. For music and food festivals and club open days, we can cook haddock and chips, sausage and chips and chips for your guests.
Near Dargate, events may be far from shops and cafés, so a chip van is a welcome sight. Timings are planned around your event, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a stall visitors will queue for, a chip van is hard to beat in Dargate. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Why us?
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Something for visitors to gather round
Read our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
Nearby places to Dargate
More for events in Dargate
Planners, venues and businesses
Organising a club, school or community event in Dargate? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
FAQs for Dargate
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Could you trade in Mount Ephraim Gardens?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we will advise.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What do you need on the pitch?
Tell us the pitch size and ground, and we’ll confirm.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac visitors and we’ll explain the options before booking.
Who books fish and chip van for events in Dargate?
It suits almost every visitor, from families to older visitors.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Dargate book the van for events such as:
- Food for volunteers
- Country shows
- School fairs and sports days
- Music and food festivals
An event in Mount Ephraim Gardens means agreeing traders and vehicle routes with the landowner, typically the council.
What to look for in a quote
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Whether VAT is included
Fairs, fêtes and events in Dargate
Dargate is about 4 miles south-west of Whitstable, in Kent. For events in Dargate, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Dargate is one of 922 places in Kent we cover.
If visitors are coming by train, the nearest station is Selling station, about 3 miles south-west. PTAs at schools such as Hernhill Church of England Primary School frequently want one reliable hot-food stall. The coast is within about 4 miles of Dargate, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch, and fish and chips sells well by the sea.
Here we cover the ME13 postcode area, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. Your event could be at a house on Butler's Hill and Plumpudding Lane or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. We also bring the van to events in Hernhill (1 mile south-west), Waterham (1 mile north), Highstreet (1 mile north-east), Slutshole (1 mile south-west) and Staplestreet (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (13 miles south), Canterbury (5 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles west), Whitstable (4 miles north-east), Faversham (4 miles west) and Herne Bay (8 miles north-east).
A little further out are Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (4.5 miles north-east) and Tankerton Castle (4.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Dargate include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Pubs nearby include Red Lion pub (0.8 miles south-west)
Before you choose a spot
If a spot is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another. What matters most:
- Information about power and water
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
- A level, firm pitch the van can drive onto
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Allergies and dietary needs
Most events have a few visitors with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Agree how we will be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Tell us about the pitch
- Share any nut or allergy policies
We set up before visitors arrive.
Tables and seating nearby help families eat.
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we have agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. December events in Dargate lose the light at about 3:50pm, so pitches need lighting; in late May there’s light until about 8:45pm.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
How to get a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event for your event in Dargate? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
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About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
- 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