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Fish and chip van hire in Crayford, Kent
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van in Crayford.
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Fish and chip van hire in Crayford
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Crayford
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
Fish and chip van hire in Crayford, fried fresh
Few meals are as universally loved as fish and chips. It is why a chip van suits so many occasions. Whether it’s care home visits and garden get-togethers, we can cook sausage and chips, cod and chips and pie and chips.
For a place the size of Crayford, your own drive is often the best spot: no venue hire, and nobody stuck cooking. Let us know how the van reaches the house. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
Occasions we serve in Crayford
Hot food on a cold or wet day is hard to beat, and the van keeps frying whatever the weather.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Milestone birthday parties
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Christmas parties
Nearby historic houses include Hall Place and Gardens (0.9 miles west) and Red House (2.2 miles west). Historic venues frequently limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one.
What your quote should include
- How allergens are handled
- Whether there is a minimum
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- When final numbers are due
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
Fish and chips is best eaten right away, so we fry to order as the queue moves.
A string of bunting by the van makes a lovely photo.
A fish and chip van in Crayford: local details
Crayford is about 2 miles west of Dartford, in Kent. Whether your event is in the middle of Crayford or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We serve 922 places in Kent. Our nearest city page is London, about 12 miles away.
After a service at Church of St Paulinus, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house. For guests coming by train, Crayford has its own station, Crayford station.
This part of Kent takes in DA1, DA5 and DA7, so your event can be anywhere in it. That could mean an event at a home on Swan Lane, Dale Road and Ross Road or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Crayford we cover include Bowmans (1 mile south), Barnes Cray (1 mile north-east), Barnehurst (1 mile north-west), Coldblow (1 mile south-west) and Wilmington (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Sevenoaks (12 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles east), Northfleet (7 miles east), Swanley (4 miles south), Swanscombe (5 miles east) and Windmill Hill (8 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find West Hill Hospital (1.3 miles east) and Stone Castle (4.2 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Wansunt Pit.
- Local schools include Haberdashers' Aske's Crayford Academy (0.6 miles north-east) and St Catherine's Catholic School (1.1 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Bear and Ragged Staff pub (less than half a mile north-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Colyers (1.6 miles north)
Crayford: your questions answered
How far is Crayford from London?
About 12 miles from central London, and well within our area.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Paulinus: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is usually elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll confirm the rest.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
What can guests choose from?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
Fish and chips is a meal in itself. Many hosts add their own desserts or cake.
Cod or haddock?
Both are on our menu; we’ll agree the choice when we quote.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, nobody misses the event. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why book with us
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Quick service from the hatch
- Something for guests to gather round
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
The process
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we can start a little later or slow the pace to suit your event. In Crayford, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening events are usually served in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 3:50pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
- 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.
- 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
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Make sure the van can get in
- Give us a contact for the day
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
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How we price a fish and chip van
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The minimum booking
- Service time
- Cod, haddock or both
- Parking and the way in
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Your date and serving time
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The address or venue name
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
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Food your guests will love
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it’s on the menu.
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Crayford? 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