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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Bicknor events
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van turns food into part of your event in Bicknor.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Care home visits
- Big birthdays
A chip van near Bicknor
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Next to a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which suits guests who don’t eat pork. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why book with us
- All the chip-shop extras
- A clear quote before booking
- Hot food handed straight over
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Fish and chip van hire in Bicknor, cooked to order
Few meals are as universally loved as fish and chips. It is why a chip van suits so many occasions. We are frequently asked to cater garden get-togethers and fish and chip days at care homes, serving mushy peas, haddock and chips and pie and chips.
Somewhere like Bicknor, a yard or firm field often works. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Other occasions in Bicknor
Planning a chip van in Bicknor
Bicknor is about 4 miles south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Whether your event is in the middle of Bicknor or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We serve 922 places across Kent. Our bookings stretch from Bicknor to Canterbury (18 miles away).
If you are gathering after a service at a church like Church of St James, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Hollingbourne station, about 2.8 miles south-west. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Bicknor, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
For events in ME9, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. Nearby, we also serve events in Hucking (1 mile west), Wormshill (1 mile south-east), Broad Street (2 miles south-west), Hollingbourne (2 miles south-west) and Eyhorne Street (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (6 miles west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (4 miles north-east), Faversham (9 miles east), Minster (10 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles west).
A little further out are Leeds Castle (3.7 miles south-west) and KIMS hospital (4.9 miles west). Open spaces near Bicknor include Detling Hill.
Where the van can park in Bicknor
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Bicknor
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Bicknor?
On a grey day, hot fish and chips wins, and the van keeps frying whatever the weather.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Bicknor and Kent:
- Big birthdays
- Staff lunches and team days
- Work Christmas parties
- Garden get-togethers
Nearby historic houses include Leeds Castle (3.7 miles south-west) and Stoneacre (5 miles south-west). Historic venues frequently limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one.
Comparing caterers
- Whether there’s a minimum
- When payment is due
- When final numbers are due
- The cancellation terms
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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 typically the easier option.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
The process
The first sign we’ve arrived is usually the smell. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. Planning an evening event in Bicknor? Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September; once it’s dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
- 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.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
How to prepare
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Give us a contact for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can use our quote form.
Planning help
How we price a fish and chip van
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The length of service
- The number of meals
- The date and time of year
- Whether a minimum applies
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Your date and serving time
- A photo of the parking spot
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
Bicknor questions
Can you serve after a service at Church of St James?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Cod or haddock?
Tell us your preference when you book and we’ll confirm what we can offer.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Children normally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Is grass a problem?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
We bring the van to your event, set up, heat the fryers and cook to order, serving from the hatch at the time you choose.
Looking after everyone
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Plan bins near the queue
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Give us separate numbers for children
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We park, set up, fry and serve, and keep in touch with you about timings.
A string of bunting by the van makes a lovely photo.
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
- 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