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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Eythorne, Kent
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your event makes the food a highlight of your event in Eythorne.
- Club open days
- Festivals
- Crew and volunteer catering
Fish and chip van for events for Eythorne events
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Eythorne
We trade at village fêtes, school fairs, sports days, festivals and shows, from small community events to bigger crowds. We’re often asked to cater village fêtes and summer fairs and community festivals, with mushy peas, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
Near Eythorne, events may be far from shops and cafés, so fish and chips goes down well. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
What the van needs
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- A queue area clear of rides and games
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
- Access that avoids crowds
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Eythorne
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Any minimum charge
- The length of service
- The menu and how many choices
- How easy the site is to reach
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where you’d like the van to go
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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What happens on the day
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we can start a little later or slow the pace to suit your event. December events in Eythorne lose the light at about 3:50pm, so pitches need lighting; spring events have light until about 8:45pm by late May.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- 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.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
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 are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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Fairs, fêtes and events in Eythorne
Eythorne is about 4 miles north of Dover, in Kent. Bookings in Eythorne come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. We take the van to 922 places across Kent. We serve events right across the region, from Eythorne to Canterbury (about 10 miles away).
For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Shepherds Well station, about 1.8 miles west. A school like Eythorne Elvington Community Primary School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day. Events in and around the Kent Downs National Landscape, within about 8 miles of Eythorne, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we work to the site rules. With the sea within about 6 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events, and fish and chips sells well by the sea.
We take the van to events all over the CT15 postcode area. From The Street, Sandwich Road and New Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Nearby, we also serve events in Waldershare (1 mile south-west), Sibertswold (2 miles south-west), Coldred (2 miles south-west), Halfway Street (2 miles south-west) and Lydden (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (10 miles north-west), Margate (14 miles north), Dover (4 miles south), Folkestone (9 miles south-west), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
A little further out are Dover Transport Museum (3.5 miles south) and Buckland Hospital (4.7 miles south).
- Local pubs include The White Horse pub (less than half a mile north-west)
Who books fish and chip van for events in Eythorne?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, which matters at outdoor events.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Eythorne and Kent:
- Agricultural and country shows
- Sports club events and race days
- Festivals
- Fish and chip supper nights
Running a fête for a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul? A chip van draws people in.
Comparing caterers
- Allergen information for each item
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Whether travel is included
- VAT, if it applies
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger visitors and fish-dodgers, especially with curry sauce.
Questions from Eythorne
Can you serve near the sea around Eythorne?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
What’s the nearest station to Eythorne?
Shepherds Well station, about 1.8 miles west of the centre.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
What do you need on the pitch?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, and room for a queue. Tell us about power and water.
Where do you take the van?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Eythorne? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Plan crew and volunteer food times
- Settle the pitch terms early
- Offer a choice of traders where you can
Agree a wet-weather pitch on hard standing.
A spot near the entrance or main ring works well.
- 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