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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Farningham
We bring a fish and chip van across Farningham and Kent, cooking to order on site.
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Birthday celebrations
- Community events and fairs
Fresh fish and chips in Farningham
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For food that suits almost everyone, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book with us
- Something for guests to gather round
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Events in Farningham and across Kent
- No kitchen needed
How our fish and chip van hire works in Farningham
The van needs no kitchen, no hall and no crockery. It needs a level, firm spot to park and a clear way in, which most drives, car parks and yards can offer. Typical bookings include weddings and evening receptions and Fêtes, fairs and school events, with cod and chips, gravy and haddock and chips.
In a rural place like Farningham, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Nearby places to Farningham
Other occasions in Farningham
Who books fish and chip van hire in Farningham?
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.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Farningham and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Milestone birthday parties
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Care home visits
For guests coming by train, Eynsford station, about 1.4 miles south-west, is the nearest station.
Before you book anyone
- How allergens are handled
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- How late numbers can change
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Cod, haddock or both
- The length of service
- Whether a minimum applies
- How easy the site is to reach
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Allergies and diets you know about
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Should I sort the food myself?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Farningham: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Farningham?
Eynsford station, about 1.4 miles south-west of the centre.
Do you come out to small places like Farningham?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you cover Farningham?
We do. We serve events in Farningham and across Kent. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Is it a full meal?
Fish and chips is a meal in itself. Many hosts add their own desserts or cake.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we’ll advise.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Fish and chip van hire around Farningham
Farningham is about 5 miles south of Dartford, in Kent. In and around Farningham, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. Farningham is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 16 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Farningham are Lullingstone Castle (1.8 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. If you’re gathering after a service at a church like Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Farningham, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
For events in DA4, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Local streets include High Street, London Road and South Hall Close; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Eynsford (1 mile south-west), Horton Kirby (1 mile north-east), Maplescombe (2 miles south-east), Speed Gate (2 miles east) and Fawkham Green (3 miles east). Further out, we also take the van to Maidstone (15 miles south-east), Dartford (5 miles north), Sevenoaks (7 miles south), Gravesend (8 miles north-east), Tonbridge (13 miles south) and Northfleet (7 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Eynsford Castle (0.7 miles south-west) and Darenth Park Hospital (4.2 miles north). Open spaces near Farningham include The Warren.
- Nearby, you will find Pied Bull pub (within half a mile north)
Step by step
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we’ve agreed, and get on with frying and serving. Late September evenings in Farningham lose the light at about 7:05pm, and in December it is nearer 3:50pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- 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.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Share the timings for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Ask for a quote
Planning a fish and chip van in Farningham? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
- 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