Kent · England
Fish and chip van hire in Coxheath, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van to Coxheath and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Festive get-togethers
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
Planning an event in Coxheath?
Fish and chip van hire around Coxheath
Coxheath is about 3 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. From the centre of Coxheath to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We take the van to 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 25 miles away.
Within reach of Coxheath are historic houses such as Stoneacre (3.7 miles east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. Churches such as Holy Trinity Church rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by typically does. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Coxheath. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
We serve events across the ME17 and ME15 postcode area. Local streets include Westway, Stockett Lane and Orchard Close; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. For events just outside Coxheath, we cover Dean Street (1 mile north), East Farleigh (1 mile north-west), Farleigh Green (2 miles north-west), Kettle Corner (2 miles north-west) and Hunton (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (3 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (14 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south-west), Gravesend (14 miles north) and Tonbridge (10 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include The Mall Maidstone (3 miles north-east) and Oakwood Hospital (2.4 miles north).
- Schools near Coxheath include Cornwallis Academy (0.9 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Horse Shoes Public House (0.6 miles north-west)
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Coxheath
Fish and chips is the meal almost everyone in Britain knows and likes. That’s why a van works for so many kinds of event. Typical bookings include Fêtes, fairs and school events and wakes and gatherings after a funeral, with gravy, mushy peas and pie and chips.
Around Coxheath, bookings are often at homes, local halls and clubs. If access is tight, we’ll plan around it. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
The process
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event. By late September, sunset in Coxheath is around 7:00pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:50pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Before we arrive
- Clear the route for the van
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or ME17 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just use our quote form.
Planning help
Questions from Coxheath
What’s the nearest station to Coxheath?
The closest is East Farleigh station, roughly 1.5 miles away.
Can the van park in Quarry Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Children usually love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we will advise.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
Fish and chips is a meal in itself. You can add your own desserts if you like.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Coxheath?
People book a chip van because it’s food and a bit of fun at once. The van becomes a focal point, and the food is hot and generous.
These are some of the bookings we take in Coxheath and Kent:
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Evening wedding food
- Work Christmas parties
PTAs at schools such as Coxheath Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
Before you book anyone
- How much space the van takes up
- If the price includes VAT
- Payment terms and deposit
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
What the van needs
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Coxheath
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Chips
How we price a fish and chip van
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- How many people are eating
- Distance and any road charges
- Whether a minimum applies
- Access and parking
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your event is.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Your date and serving time
- Where the van would park
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
Other occasions in Coxheath
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We park, set up, fry and serve, and stay in touch about any changes.
A string of bunting by the van makes a lovely photo.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Next to a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which suits guests who do not eat pork. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Why Coxheath hosts choose us
- Hot food handed straight over
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Should I sort the food myself?
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
- 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