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Fish and chip van hire in Cheeseman's Green, Kent
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van turns food into part of your event in Cheeseman's Green.
- Summer garden parties
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Christmas parties
Fresh fish and chips in Cheeseman's Green
Planning the van’s spot
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
How our fish and chip van hire works in Cheeseman's Green
Fish and chips is generous food: big pieces of fish, crisp batter and a mountain of chips. It turns a meal into an occasion. For birthday celebrations and work Christmas parties, we can cook gravy, pie and chips and sausage and chips for your guests.
In a rural place like Cheeseman's Green, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Questions from Cheeseman's Green
How far is Cheeseman's Green from London?
Roughly 51 miles from the centre of London.
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before booking.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Which fish do you use?
Both are on our menu; tell us which you’d like for your event.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Is it a full meal?
It can be. Fish and chips with mushy peas is a full meal.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
What a fish and chip van costs
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The day of the week
- How many people are eating
- The minimum booking
- How long we serve
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The address or venue name
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
Towns and villages near Cheeseman's Green
What else we do in Cheeseman's Green
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For food that suits almost everyone, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Events in Cheeseman's Green and across Kent
- No surprises in your quote
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
About the food
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Planning for dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
It helps to have bins and napkins by the van.
Let everyone know when the food is ready, so they do not miss out.
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your guests can wander over to the hatch once service starts. Light matters for evening service: around Cheeseman's Green, it stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, but by late December it’s dark by about 3:50pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
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.
Planning help
Cheeseman's Green: venues, parking and local tips
Cheeseman's Green is about 2 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. We cover Cheeseman's Green as standard, so your event just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. Cheeseman's Green is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
PTAs at schools such as Finberry Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. Nearby historic houses include Godinton House (4.3 miles north-west). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before booking. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Cheeseman's Green. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
We take the van to events all over TN25. Close by, we cover events in Finberry (1 mile north), Park Farm (1 mile north-west), South Willesborough (1 mile north), Newtown (1 mile north-west) and Kingsnorth (2 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Folkestone (12 miles east), Faversham (14 miles north), Hythe (8 miles east), Davington (14 miles north) and Preston (14 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Ashford Designer Outlet (1.9 miles north-west) and William Harvey Hospital (2.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Hatch Park.
- Local schools include John Wallis Academy (2.1 miles north-west)
Perfect for your event in Cheeseman's Green
There is no kitchen needed, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where plated meals are hard.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Cheeseman's Green:
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Community events and fairs
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Visits to care homes and day centres
For anyone arriving by rail, Ashford International station is about 2.4 miles away.
Before you book anyone
- How many hours the van serves
- Whether VAT is included
- Any minimum charge
- How late numbers can change
Should I sort the food myself?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
- 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