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Fish and chip van hire in Farthing Green, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van to Farthing Green and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Birthday celebrations
- Summer garden parties
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
Planning an event in Farthing Green?
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Farthing Green?
A fish and chip van suits almost any crowd, from children to grandparents. The queue at the hatch gets people talking.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Farthing Green book the van for occasions like:
- Evening wedding food
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Birthday celebrations
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Staplehurst station, roughly 2.1 miles south-west of the centre.
What your quote should include
- How late numbers can change
- Whether there’s a minimum
- A clear list of what’s included
- When payment is due
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Farthing Green
Fish and chips is generous food: crisp batter, flaky fish and plenty of chips. It makes the food a talking point. For evening wedding food and garden get-togethers, we’ll put together a menu of haddock and chips, pie and chips and cod and chips for your guests.
Somewhere as small as Farthing Green, a field, yard or drive is often the spot. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we will plan for them, and firm, dry ground is the key. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
A cold buffet is simple, but food sits out, and nothing’s hot on a cool evening. Fish and chips is fried to order and served hot. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We will send you a quote.
Why us?
- Hot food handed straight over
- Classic food your guests already know
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- All the chip-shop extras
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
What the van needs
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Curry sauce
Step by step
We need a level, firm place to park the van, near your guests, which we agree with you beforehand. Light matters for evening service: in Farthing Green, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, but by late December it is dark by about 3:50pm.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, park up and heat the fryers.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch at the agreed time.
- We pack up afterwards and leave the spot as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Ask for a quote
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, fill in our quote form.
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DIY versus a fish and chip van
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Nearby places to Farthing Green
More for events in Farthing Green
For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planning a chip van in Farthing Green
Farthing Green is about 6 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. From the centre of Farthing Green to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Farthing Green is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our bookings stretch from Farthing Green to Canterbury (22 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Stoneacre (4.4 miles north) and Leeds Castle (4.4 miles north-east). Historic venues frequently limit vehicles, so ask early if you are booking one. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Farthing Green. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
We cover events in every part of TN12. Other places close to Farthing Green we cover include Devil's Den (1 mile north-west), Hawkenbury (1 mile south-west), Rabbit's Cross (2 miles west), Cross-at-Hand (2 miles west) and Staplehurst (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (6 miles north-west), Ashford (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles west), Tonbridge (14 miles west) and Faversham (15 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Brattle Farm Museum (3.4 miles south-west) and Sutton Valence Castle (1.6 miles north).
Diets, allergies and planning
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
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- A short menu helps everyone
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We park, set up, fry and serve, and keep in touch with you about timings.
A gazebo by the van keeps the queue dry.
FAQs for Farthing Green
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Do you come out to small places like Farthing Green?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
Fish and chips is a meal in itself. Many hosts add their own desserts or cake.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll plan for them.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we will confirm what we need.
Do you cover Farthing Green?
We do. Farthing Green is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Farthing Green?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we will reply with a price.
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’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
Prices and what affects them
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How many people are eating
- Distance and any road charges
- Whether a minimum applies
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
Planning a fish and chip van in Farthing Green? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
- 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