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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Boughton Green
Fish and chip van hire in Boughton Green: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- Work Christmas parties
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Birthday celebrations
Fresh fish and chips in Boughton Green
About our fish and chip van hire in Boughton Green
Because the cooking is in the van, the weather does not stop us. It is a dependable choice for events in any season. We serve gravy, mushy peas and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for weddings, especially the evening and visits to care homes and day centres.
In a small place like Boughton Green, the van frequently parks on a farm track, a field or a drive. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm ground matters more than anything. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and handed over as soon as it is ready.
How the day works
We do not cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Boughton Green, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 3:50pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and planning
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Put allergy details in writing
- Fewer choices mean faster service
Fish and chips is best eaten straight away, so we cook as people come up to the hatch.
A gazebo by the van keeps the queue dry.
Common questions in Boughton Green
Which station is closest to Boughton Green?
East Farleigh station, about 2.4 miles north-west of the centre.
Do you come out to small places like Boughton Green?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How fast is service?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
Does a chip van work for big events?
It depends on numbers and timings. Staggering groups and keeping the menu short both help.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before booking.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we’ll say what we need.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, the host gets to enjoy the day. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
Why Boughton Green hosts choose us
- A clear quote before you book
- Classic food your guests already know
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Everything cooked to order at your event
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Boughton Green?
Everyone knows what they’re getting, which takes the worry out of feeding a mixed crowd.
Whatever the occasion in Boughton Green, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Milestone birthday parties
PTAs at schools such as Boughton Monchelsea Primary School often look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
Comparing caterers
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The van’s size and access needs
- A clear list of what’s included
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
About the food
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Chips
Towns and villages near Boughton Green
Also in Boughton Green
Planning a chip van in Boughton Green
Boughton Green is about 2 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Wherever your event is in the ME17 area, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. Boughton Green is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 24 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, the closest railway station is East Farleigh station, roughly 2.4 miles north-west of the centre. For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Coxheath Congregational Church, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Boughton Green, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
Events anywhere in ME17 and ME15 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. Local streets include Heath Road, Green Lane and Jolly Road; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Boughton Monchelsea (1 mile east), Loose (1 mile north-west), Park Wood (1 mile north-east), Linton (1 mile south-west) and Wierton (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Sittingbourne (12 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles north-west), Tonbridge (11 miles west) and Kings Hill (6 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Kent Fire Brigade Museum (1.9 miles north) and Oakwood Hospital (3.1 miles north-west).
- Schools near Boughton Green include Cornwallis Academy (0.6 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Curious Eatery pub (under half a mile east)
- 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