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Fish and chip van hire in Barming Heath, Kent
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van hire in Barming Heath.
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Work Christmas parties
Fish and chip van hire for Barming Heath events
Fish and chip van hire in Barming Heath, fried fresh
The van needs no kitchen, no hall and no crockery. It needs a level, firm spot to park and a clear way in, which suits drives, yards, car parks and firm lawns. Whether it’s weddings and evening receptions and birthday celebrations, we can cook gravy, sausage and chips and curry sauce for your guests.
In a hamlet or village like Barming Heath, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
What affects the price in Barming Heath
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The length of service
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Cod, haddock or both
- The number of meals
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The date and time of the event
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Perfect for your event in Barming Heath
It’s ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, where people can wander up when they’re ready.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Staff lunches and team days
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Festive get-togethers
After a service at Church of St Margaret, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house.
Questions to ask before you book
- How much space the van takes up
- How late numbers can change
- How allergens are handled
- The cancellation terms
For planners, venues and organisers
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Barming Heath: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Barming Heath?
East Farleigh station, about 1.1 miles east of the centre.
Do you come out to small places like Barming Heath?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What does the van need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is normally simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
What’s on the menu?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Planning a chip van in Barming Heath
Barming Heath is about 3 miles east of Kings Hill, in Kent. Bookings in Barming Heath come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Barming Heath is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Barming Heath to Canterbury (27 miles away).
If you had Quarry Wood in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans can’t simply park up and serve in a public park. If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Barming Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Barming Heath. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
For events in ME16 and ME15, we just need to know where the van can park. That could mean an event at a home on Lower Road, Church Lane and Tonbridge Road, wherever the van can park. Close by, we cover events in Hoppers Corner (1 mile south), Kettle Corner (1 mile south-east), Farleigh Green (1 mile south), West Farleigh (1 mile south) and Teston (1 mile west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (3 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south-west), Gravesend (12 miles north) and Tonbridge (9 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Oakwood Hospital (1.3 miles north-east) and Fremlin Walk (2.8 miles east). Open spaces near Barming Heath include Boxley Hills.
- Nearby schools include St Simon Stock Catholic School (1.8 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Bull Inn (0.5 miles north-east)
Allergies and dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
Fish and chips is best eaten right away, so we fry to order as the queue moves.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
Places near Barming Heath
Other occasions in Barming Heath
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
A chip van compared with other options
With a barbecue, somebody ends up cooking all afternoon. With a van, the host gets to enjoy the day. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What you get with us
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- A quote that spells everything out
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
The process
The first sign we have arrived is generally the smell. After that, it is a steady flow to the hatch. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Barming Heath, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, but by late December it’s dark by about 3:50pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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- 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