Kent · England
Fish and chip van hire in Brattle, Kent
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van hire in Brattle.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Festive get-togethers
Book the van in Brattle
Fish and chip van hire in Brattle, cooked to order
The van needs no kitchen, no hall and no crockery. All it needs is a level spot it can reach, which suits drives, yards, car parks and firm lawns. We are often asked to cater visits to care homes and day centres and garden parties and summer get-togethers, serving pie and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
Somewhere as small as Brattle, a field, yard or drive is frequently the spot. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we’ll plan for them, and firm ground matters more than anything. You’ll know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
FAQs for Brattle
Do you come out to small places like Brattle?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Brattle from London?
About 48 miles from central London.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
Let us know which you’d prefer and we’ll confirm what we can offer.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan service around it.
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 clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
Do you do anything other than fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
Perfect for your event in Brattle
Hot food on a cold or wet day is hard to beat, and the cooking carries on inside the van whatever the weather.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re often booked for:
- Birthday celebrations
- Festive get-togethers
- Company team days
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Parish Church of All Saints, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby.
What your quote should include
- The deadline for final numbers
- The cancellation terms
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- What they can offer for dietary needs
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A short walk from the party
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Brattle
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and children love it.
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Plan bins near the queue
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
The fryers take a little while to heat, so we arrive well before service. If plans change, tell us and we will adjust.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
Other occasions in Brattle
Bringing the van to Brattle
Brattle is about 6 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Events in Brattle are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We serve 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 20 miles away.
Coming by train? Appledore (Kent) station is about 3.1 miles away. Among the historic houses close to Brattle are Smallhythe Place (4.1 miles south-west). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you are booking one.
This part of Kent takes in TN26. From Front Road, Lower Road and Appledore Road or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. If your venue is just outside Brattle, we also cover Woodchurch (1 mile north), Brook Street (1 mile west), Shirkoak (1 mile north), Appledore Heath (2 miles south) and Reading Street (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (6 miles north-east), Hythe (13 miles east), Tenterden (4 miles west), Park Wood (15 miles north-west), Kennington (8 miles north-east) and New Romney (9 miles south-east).
A little further out are Woodchurch Village Life Museum (1 mile north-west). The countryside around Brattle includes Orlestone Forest.
- Pubs nearby include Stonebridge Inn (under half a mile north-west)
Working with your venue
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Brattle? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
For food that suits almost everyone, fish and chips from a van is hard to beat. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why Brattle hosts choose us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- No surprises in your quote
- Classic food your guests already know
- Rain does not stop the fryers
See our prices page or the cost guide.
The process
Nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, so it’s as fresh as from any chip shop. Planning an evening event in Brattle? Sunset is around 8:45pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September; after dark, the queue and the path to the van need good lighting.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Give us a contact for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
How to get a price
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Related guides
Should I sort the food myself?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
- 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