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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Postling
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Fish and chip van for events in Postling.
- Sports tournaments
- Horse and dog shows
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
Fish and chip van for events for Postling events
About our fish and chip van for events in Postling
Organisers can book us as a trader, or to feed crew and volunteers. For fundraisers and sports tournaments, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, sausage and chips and chips for your guests.
Rural events near Postling can be a long way from anywhere to eat, so a chip van is a welcome sight. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
At larger events, a van adds to the mix. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your visitors instead.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
More for events in Postling
Fairs, fêtes and events in Postling
Postling is about 3 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. Across the CT21 area, we can fry fresh for your visitors. Postling is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 12 miles away.
If visitors are coming by train, the nearest station is Sandling station, about 1.3 miles south. A summer fête at Church of St Mary and St Radegund is the classic setting for a fish and chip van. Within about 4 miles is the Kent Downs National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we work to the site rules. The coast is within about 4 miles of Postling, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch.
Here we cover the CT21 postcode area. Close by, we cover events in Stanford (1 mile south-west), Skeete (1 mile north), Etchinghill (1 mile east), Woodland (2 miles north) and Lyminge (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Ashford (9 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (10 miles east), Folkestone (5 miles east), Hythe (3 miles south) and Tower Hamlets (10 miles east).
A little further out are Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (2.4 miles east) and Saltwood Castle (2.1 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Tolsford Hill.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Access and parking
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Any minimum charge
- Distance and any road charges
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The venue or postcode
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The date and time of the event
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Perfect for your event in Postling
It’s low-maintenance for organisers, because we bring what we need.
These are some of the bookings we take in Postling and Kent:
- School fairs and sports days
- Fish and chip supper nights
- Agricultural and country shows
- Food for volunteers
If your event is in Sandling Park, the organiser will need the landowner’s permission for vehicles and traders.
What your quote should include
- Payment terms and deposit
- What happens if plans change
- If the price includes VAT
- How late numbers can change
The menu, dish by dish
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Display allergens for each stall
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
- Agree when volunteers will eat
When the event closes, we pack up.
Let visitors know there is a chip van.
The process
Nothing is cooked before it is needed. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. Summer fêtes in Postling have long light evenings, with sunset about 9:15pm at midsummer, but by late September the light goes at about 7:00pm, so evening trading may need lights.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Getting ready for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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Working with your venue
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Questions from Postling
Is Postling too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Postling from London?
About 57 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What can visitors choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Do you take everything away?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll plan for them.
Do you pay a pitch fee?
Tell us how your event typically works with traders, and we will agree terms.
Can the van come to our fair?
Yes, where the date suits. Send us the date, location and expected numbers.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
- 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