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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Thanington
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 Thanington.
- School summer fairs
- Feeding event crew
- Village fêtes
A chip van near Thanington
A chip van compared with other options
At larger events, a van adds to the mix. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Why book with us
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- A van that becomes part of the event
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Events in Thanington and across Kent
Take a look at our prices page or what a fish and chip van costs.
Fish and chip van for events in Thanington, fried fresh
A chip van suits school fairs and sports days, with the school’s permission for the van on site. For village fêtes and charity fundraisers and community events, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, sausage and chips and curry sauce and more.
Summer fairs around Thanington are often run by volunteers, so a trader who brings everything is a bonus. We cook inside the van, right where your visitors are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Event catering near Thanington
Thanington is about 1 mile south-west of Wincheap, in Kent. For an event in Thanington, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. Thanington is one of 922 places in Kent we cover.
PTAs at schools such as The Canterbury Primary School frequently want one reliable hot-food stall. For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Canterbury East station, about 1 mile north-east. Events in and around the Kent Downs National Landscape, within about 8 miles of Thanington, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we work to the site rules.
This part of Kent takes in CT1 and CT2, so your event can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Godwin Road, Bell Avenue and Ashford Road; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Wincheap (1 mile north-east), Stuppington (1 mile south-east), Harbledown (1 mile north), Canterbury (1 mile north-east) and Upper Harbledown (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (12 miles south-west), Dover (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles west), Folkestone (14 miles south), Whitstable (6 miles north) and Deal (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Whitefriars Shopping Centre (1.2 miles north-east) and Canterbury Castle (1 mile north-east). Green spaces nearby include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Nearby schools include The Canterbury Academy (0.8 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include Duke's Head Public House (0.8 miles north-east)
Who books fish and chip van for events in Thanington?
It suits almost every visitor, from families to older visitors.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Community open days
- Country shows
- Club open days
- Fish and chip supper nights
Running a fête for a church like Church of St Nicholas? A chip van draws people in.
Before booking anyone
- How allergens are handled
- Any minimum charge
- How late numbers can change
- What happens if plans change
About the food
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. It’s battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Parking and the way in
- Numbers
- The day of the week
- Distance and any road charges
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The date and time of the event
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of the space and the way in
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Thanington
Is Thanington close to London?
About 52 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Thanington?
The closest is Canterbury East station, roughly 1 mile away.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
Can you cater for helpers?
Yes, at a time that suits your schedule.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
Can the van come to our fair?
Send us the event details, dates and pitch information and we’ll let you know if we’re available.
What do you need on the pitch?
Send us the pitch details, and we’ll check it works.
Looking after everyone
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Share pitch details
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Have other stalls for special diets
- Settle the pitch terms early
Have a hard-standing back-up pitch in case the ground is soft.
Plan vehicle access before visitors arrive.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
What happens on the day
The first sign we’ve arrived is typically the smell. After that, it’s a steady flow to the hatch. Summer events in Thanington have daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer and about 7:00pm by late September, so evening trading typically finishes in daylight in high summer. For winter events, dark by about 3:50pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
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Working with your venue
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
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.
- 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