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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Stone Cross, Kent
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your event in Stone Cross and the surrounding area.
- Feeding event crew
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Music and food festivals
Fish and chip van for events in Stone Cross
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
- What’s available on the pitch
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
Fish and chip van for events in Stone Cross, cooked to order
We can trade to the public or feed your volunteers. Typical bookings include village fêtes and horse and dog shows, serving haddock and chips, curry sauce and mushy peas.
Near Stone Cross, events may be far from shops and cafés, so a chip van is a welcome sight. Everything is fried fresh at your event, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
Stone Cross events: pitches and permissions
Stone Cross is about 4 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. Whether your event is in the middle of Stone Cross or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Stone Cross is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 15 miles away.
If visitors are coming by train, the nearest station is Ham Street station, about 2.3 miles south-west. Events in and around the Kent Downs National Landscape, within about 7 miles of Stone Cross, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
This part of Kent takes in TN25, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. From Stone Cross Road and Frith Road or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. For events just outside Stone Cross, we cover Bromley Green (2 miles west), Ruckinge (2 miles south), Orlestone (2 miles south-west), Hamstreet (2 miles south-west) and Kenardington (4 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (4 miles north), Canterbury (15 miles north-east), Folkestone (12 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north), Hythe (8 miles east) and Preston (15 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include William Harvey Hospital (3.5 miles north) and Ashford Designer Outlet (3.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Orlestone Forest.
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How long we serve
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The number of meals
Larger groups usually cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Your date and serving time
- Where the event is
- A picture of where the van would go
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Cold food stalls are fine on a hot day, but hot food brings people in on cooler days. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
What you get with us
- Classic food your visitors already know
- All the chip-shop extras
- Bookings across Kent, including Stone Cross
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Step by step
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Once we are hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule. Summer events in Stone Cross have daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer and about 7:00pm by late September, which helps evening trading. For winter events, dark by about 3:50pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Before we arrive
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
- Share the timings for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Getting a price
Planning a fish and chip van for your event in Stone Cross? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
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Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
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 solves that by cooking on site.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
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Stone Cross: your questions answered
Can the van park in Poulton Wood?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
How far is Stone Cross from London?
About 51 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you trade at our fête or festival?
Yes, where the date suits. Send us the date, location and expected numbers.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Do you pay a pitch fee?
That varies: pitch fee, percentage or minimum. We will agree terms before the day.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac visitors and we’ll explain the options.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Agree the terms in writing
- Plan something for visitors we cannot cater for
Mark out the queue area away from walkways, especially near rides and games.
Pre-sold meal tickets can help at fundraisers.
- 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