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Fish and chip van hire in Cobham, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van across Cobham and Kent, cooking to order on site.
- Evening wedding food
- Big birthdays
- Staff lunches and team days
A chip van near Cobham
Fish and chip van hire in Cobham, cooked to order
Because the cooking is in the van, the weather does not stop us. It is a dependable choice for events in any season. On the menu are sausage and chips, curry sauce and pie and chips, and we are often booked for birthday celebrations and gatherings after a funeral.
Somewhere as small as Cobham, a field, yard or drive is often the spot. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm ground matters more than anything. Timings are planned around your event, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Step by step
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event. By late September, sunset in Cobham is around 7:00pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:50pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Get a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Cobham? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
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Space, access and the venue
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
Bringing the van to Cobham
Cobham is about 3 miles south of Gravesend, in Kent. Give us the address of your event in Cobham, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. We serve 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 23 miles away.
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Cobham Primary School, can book the van as a food stall. Thinking of using Jeskyns? Parks generally need the owner’s permission, often the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade.
Anywhere in DA12, we can fry fresh for your guests. From The Street, Lawrence Drive and Cobhambury Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Upper Bush (2 miles south-east), Lower Bush (2 miles south-east), Cuxton (2 miles south-east), North Halling (3 miles south-east) and Upper Halling (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles east), Dartford (8 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (12 miles south-west), Gravesend (3 miles north) and Tonbridge (14 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Rochester Castle (4.3 miles east) and Gravesham Community Hospital (3.9 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Gad's Hill and Ranscombe Farm.
- Nearby schools include Thamesview School (2.3 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Ship Inn (within half a mile south)
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
For event organisers in Cobham
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Next to a hog roast, a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies rather than one dish, which helps if some guests don’t eat pork. 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 Cobham hosts choose us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- We cover Cobham and the whole of Kent
- Quick service from the hatch
How we price a fish and chip van
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The menu and how many choices
- The length of service
- How far we travel
- Any minimum charge
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
What we need to know
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the van would park
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
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.
Cobham questions
Is Cobham close to London?
About 23 miles from central London.
Can you serve after a service at Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will say what we need.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
It’s a full meal on its own. You can add your own desserts if you like.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, including Kent. Find your area.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
- Have a back-up for anyone who can’t eat from the van
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Confirm allergies by email
Fish and chips is best eaten right away, so we fry to order as the queue moves.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
- 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