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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Ringlestone
Fish and chip van for events in Ringlestone: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Church fêtes
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Music and food festivals
Fish and chip van for events in Ringlestone
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Ringlestone
A van suits shows and field events, as long as there is a firm route onto the pitch. We’re frequently asked to cater fish and chip supper nights and charity fundraisers and community events, with curry sauce, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
Village fêtes and summer fairs around Ringlestone are made for a chip van. Send us the pitch and access details. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
For event organisers in Ringlestone
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Planning the van’s spot
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Space for a queue away from paths
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
- Confirmation the van can trade there
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Nearby places to Ringlestone
What else we do in Ringlestone
Ringlestone questions
Can the van park in Whatman Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Ask them first.
How far is Ringlestone from London?
About 30 miles from central London.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we will advise.
Do you do festivals?
Yes, where the date suits. Send us the date, location and expected numbers.
Do you come to Ringlestone?
Yes, we do. Ringlestone is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Event catering near Ringlestone
Ringlestone is about 2 miles north of Maidstone, in Kent. For an event in Ringlestone, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. Ringlestone is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 24 miles away.
For anyone arriving by train, Maidstone Barracks station is about 0.8 miles away. Church fêtes, at churches such as St Paul's Church, are a natural home for a chip van. Within about 6 miles is the Kent Downs National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
We serve events across the ME14 and ME16 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Hyde Road, Mill Lane and Edna Road, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. We also bring the van to events in Sandling (1 mile north), Abbey Gate (1 mile north), Foley Park (1 mile south-east), Penenden Heath (1 mile south-east) and Harbourland (1 mile east). We also serve nearby towns such as Sittingbourne (10 miles east), Sevenoaks (14 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south-west), Gravesend (11 miles north-west), Tonbridge (12 miles south-west) and Northfleet (12 miles north-west).
A little further out are Maidstone Hospital (1.7 miles south-west) and Fremlin Walk (1 mile south). The countryside around Ringlestone includes Burham Down and Boxley Hills.
- Schools near Ringlestone include Maidstone Grammar School for Girls (0.6 miles south) and St. Simon Stock Catholic School (1.4 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find Harvester pub (under half a mile north)
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The number of meals
- Any minimum charge
- How long we serve
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
What we need to know
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the parking spot
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Roughly how many people, including children
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we will reply with a quote. To get started, use our quote form.
How it works
Changes on the day are fine: we’ll adjust start times and pace to suit your event. Evening events in Ringlestone have light until about 9:15pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- It starts with your event and pitch details.
- We confirm the date, what we need on the pitch and any documents.
- We arrive at the agreed time and set up on the pitch.
- We cook fresh and serve through the day.
- We pack down at the end and leave the pitch clean.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Ringlestone?
For a stall visitors will queue for, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Ringlestone. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Ringlestone hosts choose us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Hot food handed straight over
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- No kitchen needed
See our pricing or the cost guide.
Perfect for your event in Ringlestone
It keeps people on site.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Feeding event crew
- Summer fairs
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Agricultural and country shows
A school like North Borough Junior School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
What your quote should include
- When final numbers are due
- Allergen information for each item
- How many hours the van serves
- The deposit and payment dates
Takeaway run or book a van?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
- 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