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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Burmarsh
Fish and chip van hire in Burmarsh: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Garden get-togethers
- Fish and chip days at care homes
Planning an event in Burmarsh?
Common questions in Burmarsh
Is Burmarsh close to London?
About 57 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you serve near the sea around Burmarsh?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind doesn’t affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we will reply with a price.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
Yes. Fish and chips with mushy peas is a full meal.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
Which fish do you use?
Let us know which you’d prefer and we will confirm the menu.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. See all areas.
What happens if it rains?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Fish and chip van hire in Burmarsh, fried fresh
Because the cooking is in the van, the weather does not stop us. It’s a dependable choice for events in any season. We’re often asked to cater gatherings after a funeral and big birthdays, with sausage and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas.
In a small place like Burmarsh, the van frequently parks on a farm track, a field or a drive. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we’ll plan for them, and firm ground matters more than anything. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do before you book.
Should I sort the food myself?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
A fish and chip van in Burmarsh: local details
Burmarsh is about 4 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. Whether your event is in the middle of Burmarsh or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Burmarsh is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 16 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, the nearest station is Westenhanger station, about 3.7 miles north-east. Nearby historic houses include Westenhanger Castle (3.5 miles north-east). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before booking. The coast is within about 4 miles of Burmarsh, and fish and chips always feels right near the sea. Sea breezes can be strong, so we think about where the queue will stand.
Here we cover the TN29 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Church Road, Painesfield Close and Thorndike Road, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. For events just outside Burmarsh, we cover Postling Green (3 miles north-west), St Mary's Bay (3 miles south), Newchurch (3 miles west), St Mary in the Marsh (3 miles south-west) and Aldington (4 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (9 miles north-west), Dover (14 miles north-east), Folkestone (8 miles east), Hythe (4 miles north-east), Tower Hamlets (14 miles north-east) and Hawkinge (8 miles north-east).
A little further out are Hythe Museum (4 miles east) and Lympne Castle (2 miles north-east).
- Local pubs include The Shepherd And Crook Public House (within half a mile north-west)
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Your choice of menu
- Distance and any road charges
- The date and time of year
- Numbers
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Where the van would park
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Allergies and diets you know about
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability right away.
A chip van compared with other options
With a barbecue, somebody ends up cooking all afternoon. With a van, nobody misses the event. The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It is worth asking early.
Why us?
- We cover Burmarsh and the whole of Kent
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- No surprises in your quote
- A menu almost everyone likes
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Places near Burmarsh
Other occasions in Burmarsh
Step by step
The first sign we have arrived is normally the smell. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. Evenings in Burmarsh stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:00pm; once it’s dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Let us know the serving time
- Have a level parking spot ready
Getting a price
Send us the date, the address or TN29 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. To get started, use our quote form.
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Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Put allergy details in writing
- Tell us how many children are coming
It helps to have bins and napkins by the van.
A string of bunting by the van makes a lovely photo.
What the van needs
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Burmarsh?
A van is food and an occasion in one. The hatch becomes a meeting point, and the food is hot and plentiful.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Burmarsh book the van for events such as:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Birthday celebrations
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Fish and chip days at care homes
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Church of All Saints, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby.
Comparing caterers
- The van’s size and access needs
- When payment is due
- What the price includes, item by item
- Any minimum charge
For event organisers in Burmarsh
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’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Burmarsh? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
- 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