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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Lamberhurst, Kent
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your event in Lamberhurst and the surrounding area.
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Horse and dog shows
- Summer fairs
A chip van near Lamberhurst
Fish and chip van for events in Lamberhurst, cooked to order
School fairs and sports days work well with a chip van, once the school agrees where the van goes. Typical bookings include country shows and charity fundraisers and community events, serving cod and chips, sausage and chips and chips.
For a village fête or field event near Lamberhurst, a chip van brings hot food to a rural site. Tell us about the ground and the way in. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Who books fish and chip van for events in Lamberhurst?
A chip van is reliably one of the busiest pitches at any fête.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Agricultural and country shows
- Food for volunteers
- Fundraisers
- Club open days
For visitors coming by rail, Wadhurst station is about 3.9 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- If the price includes VAT
- When payment is due
- When final numbers are due
- Any minimum charge
Fairs, fêtes and events in Lamberhurst
Lamberhurst is about 6 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Wherever your event is in the TN3 area, we can bring the van to you. We take the van to 922 places in Kent. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 29 miles away.
A summer fête at Church of St Mary 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 will follow the site’s requirements.
Here we cover the TN3 postcode area. Local streets include High Street, Church Road and Clivedon Court; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. We also bring the van to events in Lamberhurst Quarter (2 miles north-west), Key's Green (3 miles north-west), Petteridge (3 miles north), Brenchley (4 miles north) and Matfield (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles north-west), Tonbridge (8 miles north-west), Kings Hill (12 miles north) and Foley Park (14 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Ticehurst House Hospital (3.5 miles south) and Old Scotney Castle (1 mile south-east). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
- Nearby, you’ll find Horse And Groom Public House (under half a mile south-west)
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the event.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
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The process
We get there well before service, park the van and get the fryers going. Visitors normally gather round the hatch as soon as we open. Summer fêtes in Lamberhurst have long light evenings, with sunset about 9:15pm at midsummer, while a late-September show is dark by about 7:00pm, so evening trading may need lights.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your visitors.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
How to get a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
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How we price a fish and chip van for your event
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The number of meals
- Service time
- Parking and the way in
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Expected numbers
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of where the van would go
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Agree how we’ll be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
- Agree who removes waste
- Tell us about the pitch
Have a hard-standing back-up pitch in case the ground is soft.
A spot near the entrance or main ring works well.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Lamberhurst?
Compared with a barbecue run by volunteers, 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.
What you get with us
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- A quote that spells everything out
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Lamberhurst questions
Is Lamberhurst 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.
What’s the nearest station to Lamberhurst?
The closest is Wadhurst station, roughly 3.9 miles away.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
How fast is service?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
What’s on the menu?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
What about visitors who do not eat fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac visitors when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Can you trade at our fête or festival?
Often, yes. Send us the date, location and expected numbers.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Lamberhurst? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
- 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