Kent · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Ham, Kent
Fish and chip van for events in Ham: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- School summer fairs
- Festivals
Planning an event in Ham?
Fish and chip van for events in Ham, cooked to order
Give us the date, pitch and expected numbers, and we will let you know if we’re available. We’re frequently asked to cater club open days and village fêtes and summer fairs, serving chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
Near Ham, events may be far from shops and cafés, so fish and chips goes down well. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The length of service
- The menu and how many choices
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The minimum booking
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The address or venue name
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Send us the date, the address or CT14 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Tell us about the pitch
- Have other stalls for special diets
- Tell us about any school or event allergy policies
- Give us an idea of numbers
At the end, we pack down and leave the pitch clean.
Plan vehicle access before visitors arrive.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Ham
Which station is closest to Ham?
The closest is Sandwich station, roughly 1.7 miles away.
Could you trade in Ham Fen?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Do you have allergen information?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
Can you serve children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your visitors, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac visitors and we’ll explain the options.
Do you come to Ham?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Ham and across Kent. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Community events around Ham
Ham is about 3 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. In and around Ham, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. We serve 922 places in Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 11 miles away.
School fairs, for a school like Worth Primary School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van. For visitors coming by rail, Sandwich station, about 1.7 miles north, is the nearest station. The coast is within about 4 miles of Ham, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch, and fish and chips sells well by the sea.
Here we cover the CT14 postcode area. For events just outside Ham, we cover Statenborough (1 mile north-west), Felderland (1 mile north), Worth (1 mile north-east), Marley (1 mile south-east) and Finglesham (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (11 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (8 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (7 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
A little further out are Sandown Castle (3.1 miles east) and The Precinct Toy Collection (2.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Nearby schools include Sandwich Technology School (1.3 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Blue Pigeons pub (1 mile north-east)
Nearby places to Ham
Also in Ham
The process
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we are there in good time before you want to eat. Summer fêtes in Ham have long light evenings, with sunset about 9:15pm at midsummer, while a late-September show is dark by about 7:00pm.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your visitors.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Next to a volunteer barbecue, a van means volunteers can enjoy the day. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- No kitchen needed
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Events in Ham and across Kent
- Rain does not stop the fryers
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. It is battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
For planners, venues and organisers
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Where the van can park in Ham
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Details of any power or water on site
- Access that avoids crowds
- A queue area clear of rides and games
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage 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