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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Waltham
Fish and chip van for events in Waltham: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- Summer fairs
- Fish and chip supper nights
- Food for volunteers
Fish and chip van for events for Waltham events
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Waltham
Give us the date, pitch and expected numbers, and we will let you know if we are available. Whether it is sports club events and race days and community festivals, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, sausage and chips and haddock and chips and more.
Rural events near Waltham can be a long way from anywhere to eat, so fish and chips goes down well. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Waltham
Is Waltham close to London?
About 52 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Waltham?
The closest is Chilham station, roughly 3.7 miles away.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Do you take everything away?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for visitors.
What can visitors choose from?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
What about visitors who do not eat fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Can you feed our volunteers and crew?
Yes. Tell us how many and when, and we’ll quote.
What else we do in Waltham
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Settle the pitch terms early
- Display allergens for each stall
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Arrange bins and waste collection
We arrive before the gates open to set up on the pitch, at the agreed time.
A sign at the entrance tells visitors hot food is available.
Step by step
Serving is straightforward: everything is handed over hot from the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. Evening events in Waltham have light until about 9:15pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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How we price a fish and chip van for your event
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Cod, haddock or both
- How many people are eating
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The address or venue name
- The date and time of the event
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Anything awkward about the way in
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Waltham, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
What the van needs
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- What’s available on the pitch
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that doesn’t block walkways
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the event.
What comes out of the fryer
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.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Event catering near Waltham
Waltham is about 6 miles south-west of Canterbury, in Kent. From the centre of Waltham to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We serve all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our bookings stretch from Waltham to Canterbury (6 miles away).
If visitors are coming by train, the nearest station is Chilham station, about 3.7 miles north-west. Events in and around the Kent Downs National Landscape, within about 4 miles of Waltham, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
Here we cover the CT4 postcode area, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. Your event could be at a house on Church Lane, Richdore Road and Kake Street or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. We also bring the van to events in Stelling Minnis (2 miles east), Bossingham (2 miles east), Stowting Common (4 miles south), Stowting (4 miles south) and Rhodes Minnis (4 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Ashford (8 miles south-west), Canterbury (6 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles east), Folkestone (10 miles south-east), Whitstable (11 miles north) and Faversham (10 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Chilham Castle (4.1 miles north-west) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (5.5 miles north-east).
- Local pubs include Compasses Inn (0.9 miles north-west)
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
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 book our van in Waltham
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No surprises in your quote
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
- 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