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Festivals, fêtes and school events in New Pound, Kent
Fish and chip van for events in New Pound: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Community festivals
- Village fêtes
- Country shows
Fresh fish and chips in New Pound
About our fish and chip van for events in New Pound
A hot-food van gives families a reason to stay longer, which is good for every other stall. Typical bookings include festivals and school fairs and sports days, with mushy peas, curry sauce and haddock and chips.
At a field event near New Pound, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we will plan around it. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Step by step
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Then everything is fried to order, so we time it to your schedule. In New Pound, a midsummer event stays light until about 9:20pm, but by late September the light goes at about 7:00pm, so evening trading may need lights.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your visitors.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Ensure the van can get in
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Event catering near New Pound
New Pound is about 6 miles north-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. For events in New Pound, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around New Pound. New Pound is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from New Pound to London (25 miles away).
A summer fête at St Lawrence's Church is the classic setting for a fish and chip van. If visitors are coming by train, the nearest station is Wateringbury station, about 2.8 miles south-east.
This part of Kent takes in ME18, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. We can serve an event on streets such as Beech Road, Newpound Lane and Seven Mile Lane, wherever the van can park. We also bring the van to events in Herne Pound (1 mile east), Swanton (1 mile south-west), Mereworth (1 mile south-east), Kent Street (1 mile east) and West Peckham (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (7 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (8 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (11 miles north) and Tonbridge (6 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Maidstone Hospital (5.2 miles east) and Beechin Wood Archery Museum (1.8 miles north-west).
- Nearby, you’ll find The Queens Head Public House (0.7 miles east)
Questions from New Pound
Is New Pound close to London?
Roughly 25 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to New Pound?
The closest is Wateringbury station, roughly 2.8 miles away.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac visitors and we will explain the options before you book.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
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.
What are the terms for events?
We will talk it through when you send the details, and we will agree terms.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is typically simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How long we serve
- Your choice of menu
- The minimum booking
- The day of the week
Larger groups normally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Expected numbers
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
A chip van compared with other options
At larger events, a van adds to the mix and spreads the queues. Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
Why us?
- Bookings across Kent, including New Pound
- No surprises in your quote
- No kitchen needed
- A van that becomes part of the event
Read our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Should I sort the food myself?
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
The menu, dish by dish
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Space, access and the venue
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- What’s available on the pitch
- Confirmation the van can trade there
- Access that avoids crowds
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Give us an idea of numbers
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Share pitch details
- Agree how we’ll be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
We arrive before the gates open to set up on the pitch.
Plan vehicle access before visitors arrive.
- 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