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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Nash, Kent
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your event turns food into part of your event in Nash.
- Summer fairs
- School fairs and sports days
- Festivals
Fish and chip van for events for Nash events
Fish and chip van for events in Nash, fried fresh
Fêtes, school fairs, festivals and shows all suit a chip van. We are often asked to cater school fairs and sports days and crew and volunteer catering, serving haddock and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
A fête near Nash might be on a field with no mains power; tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- How easy the site is to reach
- The date and time of year
- Your choice of menu
- How far we travel
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- The address or venue name
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Common questions in Nash
Is Nash close to London?
Roughly 60 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Nash?
Adisham station, about 3.7 miles south-west of the centre.
Can the van park on grass?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Can the van come to our fair?
Tell us the date and pitch details and we’ll check.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Do you trade at schools?
Yes. We’ll need a safe route onto the site away from children.
How do you charge at fêtes?
We will talk it through when you send the details, and we will agree terms.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Event catering near Nash
Nash is about 7 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Whether your event is in the middle of Nash or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We serve 922 places in Kent. We serve events right across the region, from Nash to Canterbury (about 7 miles away).
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Elmstone Church, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
Here we cover the CT3 postcode area. Nearby, we also serve events in Hoaden (1 mile north-east), Perry (1 mile west), Shatterling (1 mile south-west), Elmstone (1 mile north) and Durlock (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include White Mill (3.6 miles east) and St Martins Hospital (6 miles west). Within reach you will find Monk's Wall nature reserve.
What happens on the day
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service. At midsummer, events in Nash stay light until about 9:15pm, so evening trading typically finishes in daylight in high summer. For winter events, dark by about 3:50pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- 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
- Make sure the van can get in
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Get a quote
Still finalising the details? That is fine: tell us the basics about your event, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
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Occasions we serve in Nash
It suits almost every visitor, from families to older visitors.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- School summer fairs
- Summer fairs
- Community festivals
- Club open days
If visitors are coming by train, the closest railway station is Adisham station, roughly 3.7 miles south-west of the centre.
What your quote should include
- What the price includes, item by item
- The cancellation terms
- If the price includes VAT
- Payment terms and deposit
Working with your venue
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Nearby places to Nash
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About the food
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Where the van can park in Nash
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Confirmation the van can trade there
- Information about power and water
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that doesn’t block walkways
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Nash
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
DIY versus a fish and chip van
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the event.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Nash?
For a stall visitors will queue for, a fish and chip van is a great choice. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why book our van in Nash
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Classic food your visitors already know
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
- 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