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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Tunstall, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van for your event across Tunstall and Kent, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Summer fairs
- Music and food festivals
- Church fêtes
Fresh fish and chips in Tunstall
Event catering near Tunstall
Tunstall is about 1 mile south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Bookings in Tunstall come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Tunstall is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Tunstall to Canterbury (16 miles away).
For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Sittingbourne station, about 1.4 miles north-east. Running a fête for a church like Church of St John the Baptist? A chip van draws people in. Events in and around the Kent Downs National Landscape, within about 6 miles of Tunstall, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we work to the site rules.
We cover events in every part of ME9. For events just outside Tunstall, we cover Heart's Delight (1 mile north-west), Borden (1 mile north-west), Highsted (1 mile east), Rodmersham Green (1 mile east) and Sittingbourne (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (9 miles south-west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles east), Faversham (7 miles east), Minster (7 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (14 miles west).
A little further out are Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (1.4 miles north-east) and Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (1.9 miles north).
- Local schools include Fulston Manor School (0.9 miles north-east)
How our fish and chip van for events works in Tunstall
Everything is cooked as people come up, so it is hot and crisp. We serve sausage and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips, and we are frequently booked for village fêtes and community open days.
At a field event near Tunstall, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
At bigger events, a chip van works alongside other traders and spreads the queues. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We will send you a quote.
Why book with us
- A clear quote before you book
- A van that becomes part of the event
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Organising for someone else?
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.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Before you choose a spot
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A queue area clear of rides and games
- Details of any power or water on site
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Display allergens for each stall
- Give us an idea of numbers
- Agree how we’ll be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
- Have other stalls for special diets
Bins near the van help keep the site tidy.
Pre-sold meal tickets can help at fundraisers.
Nearby places to Tunstall
What else we do in Tunstall
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Parking and the way in
- Numbers
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Whether a minimum applies
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. We set everything out in your quote.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your event, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Questions from Tunstall
Is Tunstall close to London?
About 37 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you trade at school fairs around Tunstall?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Send us the date and where the van would go.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for visitors.
Can the van come to Tunstall?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Tunstall is within our area. To check your date, use our quote form.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we’ll confirm what we need.
How do you charge at fêtes?
Tell us how your event typically works with traders, and we will agree terms.
Perfect for your event in Tunstall
It needs little from volunteers, because we bring what we need.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Sports days
- Sports tournaments
- Church fêtes
- Community open days
Events in parks such as Cromers Wood need permission from the council or landowner, and the van needs a firm route onto the pitch.
What your quote should include
- The cancellation terms
- The deposit and payment dates
- Allergen information for each item
- The van’s size and access needs
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your event in Tunstall. For an evening event in Tunstall, sunset is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- You share 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
Read more
- 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