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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Badlesmere events
Fish and chip van hire in Badlesmere: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Community events and fairs
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A closer look at the menu
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
How our fish and chip van hire works in Badlesmere
Hiring a fish and chip van brings the chip shop to your door. The van parks up, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray. For evening wedding food and summer garden parties, we can cook curry sauce, cod and chips and mushy peas for your guests.
For a rural spot like Badlesmere, the setting does plenty of the work. Let us know about access and ground conditions. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
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Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Put allergy details in writing
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We arrive in good time, set up, cook and serve, and keep in touch with you about timings.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
Space, access and the venue
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Chips
Events we cater in Badlesmere
There’s no kitchen needed, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where other catering struggles.
In Badlesmere and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Milestone birthday parties
- Community events and fairs
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Christmas parties
After a service at Church of St Leonard, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house.
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if plans change
- A clear list of what’s included
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- When payment is due
Fish and chip van hire around Badlesmere
Badlesmere is about 4 miles south of Preston, in Kent. From the centre of Badlesmere to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We take the van to 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 9 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Badlesmere are Belmont House and Gardens (1.9 miles north-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Sheldwich Primary School, can book the van as a food stall. Badlesmere is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
Events anywhere in ME13 start with a parking spot for the van. Close by, we cover events in Sheldwich Lees (1 mile north), Sheldwich (1 mile north), Throwley (1 mile west), Throwley Forstal (1 mile west) and North Street (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (15 miles west), Ashford (8 miles south), Canterbury (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north-west), Whitstable (9 miles north-east) and Faversham (4 miles north).
A little further out are Tower keep castle at Chilham (3.4 miles east).
- Pubs nearby include Red Lion pub (0.8 miles south-west)
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, the host gets to enjoy the day. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
Why Badlesmere hosts choose us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- No kitchen needed
- A quote that spells everything out
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
For event organisers in Badlesmere
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 are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Questions from Badlesmere
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Leonard?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
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 will work to whatever the site needs.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
Do you cover Badlesmere?
We do. Badlesmere is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
It depends on numbers and timings. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
How the day works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can get on with your event in Badlesmere. By late September, sunset in Badlesmere is around 7:00pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:50pm. For anything after that, plan lights for 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.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Clear the route for the van
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
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DIY versus a fish and chip van
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
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.
- 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