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Festivals, fêtes and school events in West Peckham, Kent
Fish and chip van for events in West Peckham: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Community open days
- Sports days
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
Fresh fish and chips in West Peckham
How our fish and chip van for events works in West Peckham
We trade at village fêtes, school fairs, sports days, festivals and shows, from small community events to bigger crowds. Whether it’s village fêtes and summer fairs and music and food festivals, we can cook chips, curry sauce and haddock and chips for your guests.
At a field event near West Peckham, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it. Everything is fried fresh at your event, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and handed over as soon as it’s ready.
Working with your venue
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
What affects the price in West Peckham
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Access and parking
- The number of meals
- How far we travel
Larger groups generally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Where the event is
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
The process
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your event. Summer events in West Peckham have daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer and about 7:00pm by late September, so evening trading normally finishes in daylight in high summer. For winter events, dark by about 3:55pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- Tell us what you’re 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, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Ask for a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. To start, use our quote form.
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DIY versus a fish and chip 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.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Events we cater in West Peckham
It suits almost every visitor, from families to older visitors.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Horse and dog shows
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Fundraisers
- School summer fairs
For visitors coming by rail, Wateringbury station, about 2.7 miles east, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before you book
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How late numbers can change
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in West Peckham
Is West Peckham close to London?
About 26 miles from central London.
What’s the nearest station to West Peckham?
Wateringbury station, about 2.7 miles east of the centre.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
What happens if it rains?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Visitors will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.
Do you do school fairs and sports days?
We do. We’ll need a safe route onto the site away from children.
A chip van compared with other options
At a small fête, one good trader may be all you need. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
What you get with us
- We cover West Peckham and the whole of Kent
- No surprises in your quote
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A van that becomes part of the event
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
- Agree the terms in writing
When the event closes, we pack up.
Pre-selling meal tickets helps us plan.
Community events around West Peckham
West Peckham is about 5 miles north-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. In and around West Peckham, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. We serve 922 places in Kent. We serve events right across the region, from West Peckham to London (26 miles away).
A summer fête at Church of St Dunstan is the classic setting for a fish and chip van. PTAs at schools such as Mereworth Community Primary School frequently want one reliable hot-food stall.
This part of Kent takes in ME18, so your event can be anywhere in it. That could mean an event at a home on Church Road and Mereworth Road, as long as there is somewhere for the van. For events just outside West Peckham, we cover Swanton (1 mile north), Mereworth (1 mile north-east), Goose Green (1 mile south), New Pound (1 mile north) and Herne Pound (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (7 miles east), Dartford (15 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (8 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north) and Tonbridge (5 miles south-west).
A little further out are Hadlow Tower museum (2 miles south-west) and Ightham Court (4.4 miles north-west).
- Nearby schools include Hadlow Rural Community School (2.2 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include Swan on the Green pub (under half a mile south-west)
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
- A clear route onto the pitch
- A level, firm pitch the van can drive onto
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in West Peckham
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- 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