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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Winterbourne, Kent
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 Winterbourne.
- Church fêtes
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Country shows
Planning an event in Winterbourne?
Perfect for your event in Winterbourne
It’s a hot meal for helpers as well.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Winterbourne and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Church fêtes
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Agricultural and country shows
- Charity fundraisers and community events
PTAs at schools such as Boughton-under-Blean and Dunkirk Primary School frequently want one reliable hot-food stall.
What your quote should include
- What happens if plans change
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- When payment is due
- How allergens are handled
Fish and chip van for events in Winterbourne, fried fresh
Everything is cooked as people come up, so nothing sits waiting. Whether it’s sports days and village fêtes and summer fairs, we can cook haddock and chips, curry sauce and chips.
For a village fête or field event near Winterbourne, we can bring hot food to a field. Ground and access matter, so tell us about them. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
Winterbourne events: pitches and permissions
Winterbourne is about 4 miles south-east of Faversham, in Kent. We serve events at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Winterbourne. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
Events in parks such as Mount Ephraim Gardens need permission from the council or landowner, and the van needs a firm route onto the pitch. A summer fête at Christ Church is the classic setting for a fish and chip van. Events in and around the Kent Downs National Landscape, within about 8 miles of Winterbourne, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we work to the site rules.
Anywhere in ME13, we can fry fresh for your visitors. Nearby, we also serve events in Hickmans Green (1 mile north-west), Oversland (1 mile south-west), South Street (1 mile west), Boughton under Blean (1 mile north) and Crouch (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (11 miles south), Canterbury (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north-west), Whitstable (6 miles north-east), Faversham (4 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (9 miles north-east).
A little further out are Chilham Castle (2.9 miles south) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (5.1 miles east). The countryside around Winterbourne includes Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Pubs nearby include The Queens Head pub (0.9 miles north-west)
Planning for dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Agree who removes waste
- Agree when volunteers will eat
- Share pitch details
- Have other stalls for special diets
We set up before visitors arrive, at the agreed time.
A sign at the entrance tells visitors hot food is available.
For event organisers in Winterbourne
Organising a club, school or community event in Winterbourne? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Winterbourne: your questions answered
Can you come to a school fair in Winterbourne?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Send us the date and where the van would go.
Could you trade in Mount Ephraim Gardens?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first.
How big a pitch do you need?
Tell us the pitch size and ground, and we’ll check it works.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is usually simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can you cater for helpers?
Yes, at a time that suits your schedule.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Visitors will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Should I sort the food myself?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How easy the site is to reach
- Cod, haddock or both
- How far we travel
- Service time
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where the van would park
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of where the van would go
- The address or venue name
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Winterbourne, and we will check the date and send a price.
Before you choose a spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
- 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 will say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
Places near Winterbourne
What else we do in Winterbourne
The process
You do not need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your event. The frying and serving are down to us. Summer events in Winterbourne have daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer and about 7:00pm by late September, so evening trading usually finishes in daylight in high summer. For winter events, dark by about 3:50pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- You send us the event details and pitch information.
- We confirm availability, our pitch needs and anything the event asks for.
- We arrive at the agreed time and set up on the pitch.
- We trade from the hatch all event, frying to order.
- We clear the pitch when the event closes.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the van can get in
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Ask for a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event for your event in Winterbourne? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. To get in touch, 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