Kent · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in East Stourmouth, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van for your event to East Stourmouth and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Community festivals
Fish and chip van for events in East Stourmouth
About our fish and chip van for events in East Stourmouth
A van suits shows and field events, if the ground is firm enough for vehicles. We’re frequently asked to cater fish and chip supper nights and fundraisers, serving sausage and chips, curry sauce and chips.
At a field event near East Stourmouth, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we will plan around it. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Looking after everyone
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Ask traders for allergen information to display
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Settle the pitch terms early
We arrive before the gates open to set up on the pitch, at the agreed time.
Pre-selling meal tickets helps us plan.
FAQs for East Stourmouth
Is East Stourmouth too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to East Stourmouth?
The closest is Minster station, roughly 3.1 miles away.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Can the van come to our fair?
Often, yes. Send us the date, location and expected numbers.
What are the terms for events?
Tell us how your event usually works with traders, and we will find something that works.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Typically, if it is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Can you feed our volunteers and crew?
Yes, at a time that suits your schedule.
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- A level, firm pitch the van can drive onto
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
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 East Stourmouth
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
How it works
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. Summer events in East Stourmouth have daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer and about 7:00pm by late September, so evening trading usually finishes in daylight in high summer. For winter events, dark by about 3:50pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Fairs, fêtes and events in East Stourmouth
East Stourmouth is about 6 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. From the centre of East Stourmouth to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We serve all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from East Stourmouth to Canterbury (about 8 miles away).
Events in parks such as Grove Ferry Picnic Area need permission from the council or landowner, and the van needs a firm route onto the pitch. If visitors are coming by train, Minster station, about 3.1 miles east, is the nearest station.
Here we cover the CT3 postcode area, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. Whether your event is on The Street and School Lane or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. If your venue is just outside East Stourmouth, we also cover West Stourmouth (1 mile west), Westmarsh (1 mile south-east), Preston (1 mile south-west), Ware (2 miles south-east) and Sarre (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (7 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles south), Ramsgate (7 miles east), Broadstairs (8 miles east) and Whitstable (10 miles west).
The countryside around East Stourmouth includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.
What else we do in East Stourmouth
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- The date and time of year
- Your choice of menu
- How long we serve
- How easy the site is to reach
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Roughly how many people, including children
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in East Stourmouth? 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.
Hosting at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
Occasions we serve in East Stourmouth
Organisers book a chip van because it is one of the most popular stalls at any fête.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Horse and dog shows
- Club open days
- Summer fairs
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
Running a fête for a church like All Saints Church? A chip van draws people in.
What to look for in a quote
- The deposit and payment dates
- The deadline for final numbers
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Exactly what’s included in the price
A chip van compared with other options
Most events have a burger van. A chip van gives visitors something different. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book our van in East Stourmouth
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
- 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