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Fish and Chip Van for Events for Iden Green events
Planning a fish and chip van for your event in Iden Green? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your visitors queue at the hatch.
- Church fêtes
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Sports days
A chip van near Iden Green
How our fish and chip van for events works in Iden Green
School fairs and sports days work well with a chip van, with the school’s permission for the van on site. Whether it is festivals and school summer fairs, we can cook sausage and chips, mushy peas and chips.
Near Iden Green, events may be far from shops and cafés, so fish and chips goes down well. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
What affects the price in Iden Green
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Cod, haddock or both
- The length of service
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The day of the week
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where the van would park
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Towns and villages near Iden Green
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Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Agree the terms in writing
- Offer a choice of traders where you can
- Ask traders for allergen information to display
When the event closes, we pack up.
A spot near the entrance or main ring works well.
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Events we cater in Iden Green
Organisers book a chip van because it is one of the most popular stalls.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Iden Green and Kent:
- Village fêtes
- Country shows
- Feeding event crew
- Community festivals
A school like Benenden Church of England Primary School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- The deposit and payment dates
- The van’s size and access needs
- The cancellation terms
Common questions in Iden Green
Is Iden Green too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you come to a school fair in Iden Green?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Send us the date and where the van would go.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Do you cover Iden Green?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Iden Green and the rest of Kent. For a quote, use our quote form.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is generally simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for visitors.
Do you do school fairs and sports days?
Yes, with the school’s permission for the van on site. Tell us the date and where the van would park.
Takeaway run or book a van?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
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.
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It is battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Where the van can park in Iden Green
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
- Access that avoids crowds
- Agreement from the site for a catering van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
How the day works
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. December events in Iden Green lose the light at about 3:55pm, so we need a lit pitch; in late May there is light until about 8:50pm.
- 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.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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Community events around Iden Green
Iden Green is about 13 miles north of Hastings, in Kent. Wherever your event is in the TN17 area, we can bring the van to you. Iden Green is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 27 miles away.
A summer fête at Church of St George is the classic setting for a fish and chip van. Within about 4 miles is the High Weald National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
Wherever your event is in TN17, we can fry fresh for your visitors, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean an event at a home on Coldharbour Road, Chapel Lane and Iden Green Road, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Benenden (1 mile north), Four Throws (2 miles south-west), Pipsden (2 miles south-west), Sandhurst (2 miles south) and Linkhill (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (15 miles north), Ashford (14 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles west), Paddock Wood (11 miles north-west), Tenterden (5 miles east) and Southborough (15 miles north-west).
A little further out are Sissinghurst Castle (4 miles north) and The C.M Booth Collection (2.5 miles east).
- Nearby, you’ll find The Woodcock Public House (less than half a mile south-east)
- 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