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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Mud Row, Kent
Fish and chip van for events in Mud Row: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Church fêtes
Book the van in Mud Row
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Mud Row?
We keep cooking in the rain, which matters at outdoor events.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Club open days
- Summer fairs
- Country shows
Church fêtes, at churches such as Church of All Saints, are a natural home for a chip van.
What to look for in a quote
- When payment is due
- The cancellation terms
- A clear list of what’s included
- The van’s size and access needs
About our fish and chip van for events in Mud Row
A chip van suits school fairs and sports days, once the school agrees where the van goes. We’re often asked to cater horse and dog shows and fish and chip supper nights, with chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips.
At a fête or show near Mud Row, we can bring hot food to a field. Ground and access matter, so tell us about them. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
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.
Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Agree the terms in writing
- Ensure allergen information is available
- Share pitch details
Have a hard-standing back-up pitch in case the ground is soft.
Tables and seating nearby help families eat.
Towns and villages near Mud Row
More for events in Mud Row
What the van needs
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A queue area clear of rides and games
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
- What’s available on the pitch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
What affects the price in Mud Row
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Access and parking
- Cod, haddock or both
- How many people are eating
- How far we travel
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Where the event is
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and time of the event
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Event catering near Mud Row
Mud Row is about 3 miles east of Minster, in Kent. Around Mud Row, we park wherever there is level, firm ground. We take the van to 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 13 miles away.
School fairs, for a school like Eastchurch Church of England Primary School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van.
We cover events in every part of the ME12 postcode area and the streets around it. Other places close to Mud Row we cover include Warden (1 mile east), Eastchurch (1 mile west), Bay View (1 mile south-east), Leysdown-on-Sea (2 miles south-east) and Minster (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (8 miles south-west), Whitstable (8 miles south-east), Faversham (7 miles south), Herne Bay (11 miles east) and Davington (6 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Minster Gatehouse Museum (3.2 miles west).
Organising for someone else?
Organising a club, school or community event in Mud Row? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
How it works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, park on the agreed spot, and cook and serve without fuss. Summer events in Mud Row have daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer and about 7:00pm by late September, which helps evening trading. Winter fairs, dark by about 3:50pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your visitors.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Planning help
Mud Row questions
Can you come to a school fair in Mud Row?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Send us the date and where the van would go.
How far is Mud Row from London?
About 43 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What about visitors who do not eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
Do you do crew food?
Yes. Tell us how many and when, and we will quote.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
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’ll confirm the rest.
- 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