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Fish and chip van hire in Boughton Malherbe, Kent
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van in Boughton Malherbe.
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Garden get-togethers
- Work Christmas parties
Fish and chip van hire for Boughton Malherbe events
Step by step
We need a level, firm place to park the van, near your guests, and we agree exactly where before the day. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Boughton Malherbe, it stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 3:50pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
How to get a price
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: fill in our quote form.
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Fish and chip van hire in Boughton Malherbe, cooked to order
The menu is short and classic: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus the sides everyone expects. A short menu keeps the food fresh and the queue moving. For garden get-togethers and care home visits, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, curry sauce and cod and chips for your guests.
In a small place like Boughton Malherbe, the van frequently parks on a farm track, a field or a drive. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we will plan for them, and firm ground matters more than anything. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
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Planning a chip van in Boughton Malherbe
Boughton Malherbe is about 8 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Bookings in Boughton Malherbe come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Boughton Malherbe is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 17 miles away.
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Platts Heath Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Lenham station, about 1.5 miles north-east. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Boughton Malherbe, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
This part of Kent takes in ME17. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Liverton Street (1 mile north-west), Grafty Green (1 mile south-west), Platt's Heath (1 mile north-west), Sandway (1 mile north) and Broadstone (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (8 miles north-west), Ashford (9 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north), Faversham (11 miles north-east), Minster (15 miles north) and Kings Hill (13 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Coldbridge Castle (1.1 miles south) and The Dog Collar Museum (3.5 miles north-west).
- Nearby schools include The Lenham School (1.8 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Kings Head Public House (0.7 miles south-west)
Events we cater in Boughton Malherbe
On a grey day, hot fish and chips wins, and the van keeps frying whatever the weather.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Boughton Malherbe, people book us for occasions like:
- Big birthdays
- Christmas parties
- Company team days
- Fish and chip days at care homes
A green space like Kiln Wood is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, usually the council’s.
Before booking anyone
- VAT, if it applies
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The deadline for final numbers
- The van’s size and access needs
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Planning the van’s spot
We’ll be honest if a spot won’t work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Boughton Malherbe
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Chips
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
The oil needs time to come up to temperature, so we get there in good time. If plans change, tell us and we will adjust.
Somewhere to sit or lean makes fish and chips easier to eat.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and usually costs more per head. A fish and chip van needs a level spot and permission to park, and the food is cooked to order. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Events in Boughton Malherbe and across Kent
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
For planners, venues and organisers
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Common questions in Boughton Malherbe
Can the van park in Kiln Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first.
Do you come out to small places like Boughton Malherbe?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
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, including Boughton Malherbe.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll confirm the rest.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we will advise.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
- 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