Kent · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Tovil, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van for your event to Tovil and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Feeding event crew
- Sports club events and race days
- Agricultural and country shows
Planning an event in Tovil?
Running an event in Tovil
Tovil is about 1 mile west of Maidstone, in Kent. People in Tovil book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 25 miles away.
Events in parks such as River Len LNR need permission from the council or landowner, and the van needs a firm route onto the pitch. Church fêtes, at churches such as St Michael and All Angels Church, are a natural home for a chip van. Events in and around the Kent Downs National Landscape, within about 6 miles of Tovil, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
We cover events in every part of ME16 and ME15. Your event could be at a house on Tovil Road, Wharf Road and Bower Lane or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. For events just outside Tovil, we cover Maidstone (1 mile east), Foley Park (2 miles north-east), Penenden Heath (2 miles north-east), Shepway (2 miles south-east) and Ringlestone (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Sittingbourne (11 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (14 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north-west), Tonbridge (11 miles south-west) and Northfleet (14 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Kent Fire Brigade Museum (under half a mile south-east) and Allington Castle (2 miles north). The countryside around Tovil includes Boxley Hills and Burham Down.
- Schools near Tovil include Oakwood Park Grammar School (0.6 miles north-west) and St Augustine Academy (0.6 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The White Horse Public House (0.7 miles north)
About our fish and chip van for events in Tovil
Organisers can book us as a trader, or to feed crew and volunteers. Popular choices include cod and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for school summer fairs and country shows.
Summer fairs around Tovil are frequently run by volunteers, so a self-sufficient van helps. You will know what’s included before you book: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
What a fish and chip van costs
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Any minimum charge
- The day of the week
- Parking and the way in
- How far we travel
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Where the van would park
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the parking spot
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Tovil, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
At larger events, a van adds to the mix. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Why Tovil hosts choose us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Quick service from the hatch
- Classic food your visitors already know
FAQs for Tovil
How far is Tovil from London?
Roughly 31 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you trade at school fairs around Tovil?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Send us the date and where the van would go.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac visitors and we’ll explain the options before you book.
How do you charge at fêtes?
It depends on the event: pitch fee, percentage or minimum. We will agree terms before the day.
Can you come to a school event?
Yes. We will agree access before the children arrive.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
Events we cater in Tovil
Organisers book a chip van because it’s one of the most popular stalls.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Festivals
- Feeding event crew
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Village fêtes
A school like Archbishop Courtenay Primary School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How allergens are handled
- The deadline for final numbers
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Nearby places to Tovil
More for events in Tovil
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Share pitch details
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
- Have other stalls for special diets
Have a hard-standing back-up pitch in case the ground is soft.
Pre-selling meal tickets helps us plan.
Where the van can park in Tovil
If a spot isn’t suitable, we will tell you, and help find another. What matters most:
- Somewhere firm if it rains
- A level, firm pitch the van can drive onto
- Information about power and water
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
For event organisers in Tovil
Hosting at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
What happens on the day
There is very little for you to do on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your event. We handle the cooking and serving. Evening events in Tovil have light until about 9:15pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Let us know the serving time
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Ask for a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. To start, use our quote form.
Related guides
- 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