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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Laddingford
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for your event in Laddingford.
- Summer fairs
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Horse and dog shows
Planning an event in Laddingford?
Running an event in Laddingford
Laddingford is about 6 miles east of Tonbridge, in Kent. Anywhere in ME18, we can bring the van to you. Laddingford is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Laddingford to Canterbury (about 29 miles away).
For visitors coming by rail, the closest railway station is Beltring station, roughly 0.7 miles west of the centre.
We cover events in every part of ME18 and the streets around it. That could mean an event at a home on Cleavesland and St Mary's Close or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Benover (1 mile north-east), Congelow (1 mile north-east), Yalding (1 mile north-east), Nettlestead Green (2 miles north) and Hunton (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (6 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (11 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles south-west), Tonbridge (6 miles west), Kings Hill (5 miles north) and Foley Park (7 miles north-east).
A little further out are Oakwood Hospital (5.1 miles north-east) and Teapot Island (1 mile north).
- Pubs nearby include The Chequers Inn (less than half a mile west)
How our fish and chip van for events works in Laddingford
Everything is cooked as people come up, so it’s hot and crisp. Typical bookings include village fêtes and summer fairs and club open days, with sausage and chips, chips and cod and chips.
At a fête or show near Laddingford, we can bring hot food to a field. Tell us about the ground and the way in. We cook inside the van, right where your visitors are, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
Should I sort the food myself?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is generally simpler.
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Nearby places to Laddingford
What else we do in Laddingford
A fish and chip van or other catering?
At bigger events, a chip van works alongside other traders and spreads the queues. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Why book our van in Laddingford
- All the chip-shop extras
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- A clear quote before booking
- A van that becomes part of the event
See our prices page or the cost guide.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Agree the terms in writing
- Give us an idea of numbers
When the event closes, we pack up.
Pre-sold meal tickets can help at fundraisers.
Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
- Details of any power or water on site
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Laddingford
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan.
How it works
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, which we agree with you beforehand. December events in Laddingford lose the light at about 3:55pm, so pitches need lighting; in late May there is light until about 8:50pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Clear the route for the van
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Laddingford: your questions answered
Is Laddingford close to London?
About 30 miles from central London.
Is Laddingford too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you do crew food?
Yes, at a time that suits your schedule.
Do you trade at schools?
Yes, once the school agrees where the van goes. Send us the date and the spot.
Do you cover Laddingford?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Laddingford. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your visitors, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Laddingford?
Organisers book a chip van because it is one of the most popular stalls.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Country shows
- Church fêtes
- Club open days
- Feeding event crew
Running a fête for a church like St Mary? A chip van draws people in.
What to look for in a quote
- The deadline for final numbers
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- A clear list of what’s included
- 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