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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Allington events
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van in Allington and the surrounding area.
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Christmas parties
- Care home visits
A chip van near Allington
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Allington
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
About our fish and chip van hire in Allington
A fish and chip van works almost anywhere the van can park: a drive, a car park, a yard, a showground or a firm lawn. Popular choices include sausage and chips, pie and chips and haddock and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater christmas parties and visits to care homes and day centres.
For a place the size of Allington, your own drive is frequently the best spot: no hire fees, and fish and chips for everyone without anyone stuck in the kitchen. Tell us about access down the lane or drive. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Plated meals need a kitchen and a bigger team. A fish and chip van needs a level spot and permission to park, and the food is cooked to order. 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.
Why us?
- Bookings across Kent, including Allington
- Quick service from the hatch
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Take a look at how we price or what a fish and chip van costs.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
A fish and chip van in Allington: local details
Allington is about 2 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Tell us where your event in Allington will be, and we will plan access and set-up. Allington is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Allington to Canterbury (25 miles away).
Parks such as Whatman Park normally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. If guests are travelling by rail, Barming station is about 0.8 miles away. Allington is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
For events in ME16, ME20 and ME14, we just need to know where the van can park. Local streets include Wyatt Road, Beaver Road and Godwin Road; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Nearby, we also serve events in Aylesford (1 mile north-west), Fant (1 mile south), Ditton (2 miles west), East Farleigh (2 miles south) and Kettle Corner (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Sittingbourne (11 miles east), Sevenoaks (13 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west), Gravesend (11 miles north-west), Tonbridge (11 miles south-west) and Northfleet (12 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Queen's Own Royal West Kent Regiment Museum (1.3 miles south-east) and Fremlin Walk (1.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Burham Down and Boxley Hills.
- Schools near Allington include The Maplesden Noakes School (0.7 miles south-east) and St. Simon Stock Catholic School (0.9 miles south)
- Local pubs include Malta Inn (0.8 miles north-east)
FAQs for Allington
Could you trade in Whatman Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Check with them first.
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Children typically love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
What is fish and chip van hire?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a photo if you can.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
We serve cod and haddock; tell us which you’d like for your event.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Allington?
Fish and chips suits nearly every crowd, young and old alike. The queue at the hatch gets people talking.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Big birthdays
- Community events and fairs
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Festive get-togethers
PTAs at schools such as Allington Primary School often look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
What to look for in a quote
- What the price includes, item by item
- Allergen information for each item
- The van’s size and access needs
- When final numbers are due
The process
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot when you’re ready to eat. Evenings in Allington stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:00pm; once it’s dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Get a quote
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
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A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Confirm allergies by email
- Tell us how many children are coming
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We park, set up, fry and serve, and stay in touch about any changes.
Let everyone know when the food is ready, so they do not miss out.
Places near Allington
Other occasions in Allington
- 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