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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Sheldwich, Kent
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your event turns food into part of your event in Sheldwich.
- Summer fairs
- Festivals
- School summer fairs
Planning an event in Sheldwich?
About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Sheldwich
Food is fried to order, so nothing sits waiting. For horse and dog shows and crew and volunteer catering, we will put together a menu of curry sauce, mushy peas and haddock and chips for your guests.
Near Sheldwich, events may be far from shops and cafés, so fish and chips goes down well. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Sheldwich
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is Sheldwich too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
How do you charge at fêtes?
We will talk it through when you send the details, and we’ll find something that works.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
Do we need to provide anything?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we’ll confirm what we need.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
For event organisers in Sheldwich
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
How it works
Because we cook inside the van, rain doesn’t stop us. Visitors will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. Evening events in Sheldwich have light until about 9:15pm at midsummer; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your visitors.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Have a level parking spot ready
Get a quote
Planning a fish and chip van for your event in Sheldwich? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
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Should I sort the food myself?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Space, access and the venue
If a spot is not suitable, we will tell you, and help find another. What matters most:
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
- Agreement from the site for a catering van
- Information about power and water
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
A chip van compared with other options
Burger vans are common at events. Fish and chips adds variety. Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Why Sheldwich hosts choose us
- Something for visitors to gather round
- No kitchen needed
- Quick service from the hatch
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Read how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Access and parking
- The day of the week
- How far we travel
- Whether a minimum applies
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Where the van would park
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The venue or postcode
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 Sheldwich
It is a hot meal for helpers as well.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Sports tournaments
- Community open days
A summer fête at Church of St James is the classic setting for a fish and chip van.
Comparing caterers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Payment terms and deposit
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Towns and villages near Sheldwich
Also in Sheldwich
Fairs, fêtes and events in Sheldwich
Sheldwich is about 3 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. We cover Sheldwich as standard, so your event just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. Sheldwich is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our bookings stretch from Sheldwich to Canterbury (about 9 miles away).
PTAs at schools such as Sheldwich Primary School often want one reliable hot-food stall. For anyone arriving by train, Selling station, about 2.6 miles east, is the nearest station. Within about 7 miles is the Kent Downs National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we work to the site rules.
We take the van to events all over the ME13 postcode area. Whether your event is on Ashford Road and Lees Court Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Other places close to Sheldwich we cover include Sheldwich Lees (1 mile south-east), North Street (1 mile north), Badlesmere (1 mile south), Throwley (1 mile south-west) and Throwley Forstal (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Maidstone (15 miles west), Ashford (9 miles south), Canterbury (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east) and Faversham (3 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Newnham Castle (3.6 miles west).
- Schools near Sheldwich include The Abbey School (2.3 miles north)
- 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