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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Petham
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van for events in Petham.
- Sports club events and race days
- Village fêtes
- Charity fundraisers and community events
A chip van near Petham
About our fish and chip van for events in Petham
Few things draw a crowd at a fête or festival like the smell of fish and chips. Organisers get a trader almost everyone is happy to queue for. We are frequently asked to cater club open days and fundraisers, serving sausage and chips, haddock and chips and curry sauce.
Rural events near Petham can be a long way from anywhere to eat, so a chip van is a welcome sight. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
About the food
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, great with chips and sausages.
For planners, venues and organisers
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
- Somewhere firm if it rains
- Details of any power or water on site
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Cod and chips
Running an event in Petham
Petham is about 4 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. Petham is well within our area, so your event just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We cover 922 places across Kent.
A school like Petham Primary School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day. If visitors are coming by train, the closest railway station is Chartham station, roughly 2.6 miles north-west of the centre. Within about 6 miles is the Kent Downs National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
Wherever your event is in CT4, we can bring the van to you. Your event could be at a house on The Street, Vicarage Hill and Town Road, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Petham we cover include Garlinge Green (1 mile north-west), Lower Hardres (2 miles north-east), Upper Hardres (2 miles east), Anvil Green (2 miles south-west) and Pett Bottom (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (10 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north), Dover (12 miles south-east), Folkestone (11 miles south-east), Whitstable (9 miles north) and Deal (15 miles east).
A little further out are Canterbury Castle (3.8 miles north) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (3.4 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Compared with a barbecue run by volunteers, a van means volunteers can enjoy the day. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- We cover Petham and the whole of Kent
- Classic food your visitors already know
- A clear quote before booking
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
How it works
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. Winter fairs in Petham are dark by about 3:50pm, so we need a lit pitch; in late May there’s light until about 8:45pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
How to prepare
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Name one person we can call on the day
Getting a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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What affects the price in Petham
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Parking and the way in
- The day of the week
- Any minimum charge
- The menu and how many choices
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Expected numbers
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of where the van would go
- Anything awkward about the way in
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Also in Petham
Perfect for your event in Petham
We keep cooking in the rain, which matters at outdoor events.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Club open days
- School summer fairs
- Music and food festivals
- Charity fundraisers and community events
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of All Saints, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether VAT is included
- Any minimum charge
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- How late numbers can change
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Have other stalls for special diets
- Agree who removes waste
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
- Send us the pitch size and ground conditions
Mark out the queue area away from walkways.
A spot near the entrance or main ring works well.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Petham
Can you come to a school fair in Petham?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Send us the date and where the van would go.
Do you come out to small places like Petham?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we will confirm the rest.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Can you cater for helpers?
Yes. Tell us how many and when, and we’ll quote.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
- 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