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Fish and chip van hire in Coldred, Kent
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van in Coldred and the surrounding area.
- Milestone birthday parties
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Gatherings after a funeral
A chip van near Coldred
The process
We arrive on time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out right on schedule. Planning an evening event in Coldred? 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.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can use our quote form.
Planning help
Fish and chip van hire in Coldred, cooked to order
The menu is short and classic: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. A short menu keeps the food fresh and the queue moving. We serve gravy, curry sauce and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for staff lunches and team days and garden get-togethers.
In a hamlet or village like Coldred, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. You will know what’s included before booking: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
Working with your venue
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Count children separately
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Have a back-up for anyone who can’t eat from the van
- Put bins and napkins by the van
The fryers take a little while to heat, so we get there in good time. If plans change, tell us and we’ll adjust.
Somewhere to sit or lean makes fish and chips easier to eat.
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Bringing the van to Coldred
Coldred is about 4 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. We take a fish and chip van to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Coldred. Coldred is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Coldred to Canterbury (about 10 miles away).
For a fundraiser at a school like Lydden Primary School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school. Historic houses near Coldred include Goodnestone Park (4.6 miles north). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before you book. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Coldred. Ask your venue about vehicle access. The coast is within about 5 miles of Coldred, so fish and chips feels right at home here. On windy days, we plan a sheltered side for the queue.
We serve events across the CT15 postcode area and the streets around it. If your venue is just outside Coldred, we also cover Sibertswold (1 mile north-west), Lydden (1 mile south), Waldershare (1 mile north-east), Halfway Street (1 mile west) and Eythorne (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (10 miles north-west), Margate (15 miles north-east), Dover (4 miles south-east), Folkestone (7 miles south-west), Ramsgate (13 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (15 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Dover Castle (4.8 miles south-east) and Dover Transport Museum (2.6 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Dover Western Heights.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Bell Inn (0.7 miles north-west)
Coldred questions
Can you serve near the sea around Coldred?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Pancras: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Send us the address.
Which fish do you use?
Both are on our menu; we will agree the choice when we quote.
How do you handle allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan service around it.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Space, access and the venue
If a spot isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you. The main points are:
- A spot near your guests
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
What affects the price in Coldred
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How many people are eating
- The length of service
- Any minimum charge
- Cod, haddock or both
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The address or venue name
- Your date and serving time
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the parking spot
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Coldred?
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and normally costs more per head. A van needs only a level spot and permission to park. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
What you get with us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Classic food your guests already know
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Places near Coldred
What else we do in Coldred
Occasions we serve in Coldred
People book a chip van because it is food and a bit of fun at once. The van becomes a focal point, and the food is hot and generous.
In Coldred and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Staff lunches and team days
- Garden get-togethers
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Wakes and celebrations of life
After a service at Church of St Pancras, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house.
What to look for in a quote
- When final numbers are due
- The van’s size and access needs
- VAT, if it applies
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- 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