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Fish and chip van hire in Flete, 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 Flete.
- Staff lunches and team days
- Festive get-togethers
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
Planning an event in Flete?
Fish and chip van hire in Flete, cooked to order
There’s something generous about fish and chips: crisp batter, flaky fish and plenty of chips. It makes the food a talking point. We’re frequently asked to cater garden parties and summer get-togethers and gatherings after a funeral, with gravy, mushy peas and pie and chips.
Somewhere as small as Flete, a field, yard or drive is often the spot. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm ground matters more than anything. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A short walk from the party
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Chips
- Pie and chips
How we price a fish and chip van
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- The length of service
- The date and time of year
- How far we travel
- Any minimum charge
Larger groups normally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What we need to know
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The venue or postcode
- Where you’d like the van to go
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is the favourite in much of the south. It is battered and fried to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Next to a hog roast, a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies rather than one dish, which helps if some guests don’t eat pork. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why book with us
- All the chip-shop extras
- Something for guests to gather round
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Quick service from the hatch
Other occasions in Flete
Occasions we serve in Flete
On a grey day, hot fish and chips wins, and the cooking carries on inside the van whatever the weather.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Summer garden parties
- Christmas parties
- Evening wedding food
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as St. Catherine's Church, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby.
Before you book anyone
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Whether travel is included
- When final numbers are due
- How much space the van takes up
Planning for dietary needs
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Fewer choices mean faster service
- Confirm allergies by email
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Put bins and napkins by the van
Fish and chips is best eaten straight away, so we fry to order as the queue moves.
Tell people when the van opens, so they do not miss out.
A fish and chip van in Flete: local details
Flete is about 1 mile south-west of Margate, in Kent. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Flete and nearby villages. Flete is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Flete to Canterbury (14 miles away).
If guests are travelling by rail, the closest railway station is Margate station, roughly 1.5 miles north of the centre. Among the historic houses close to Flete are Quex Park (2.2 miles west). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before booking. The coast is within about 3 miles of Flete, so fish and chips feels right at home here. Sea breezes can be strong, so we think about where the queue will stand.
For events in CT9, we just need to know where the van can park. Your event could be at a house on Victoria Road, Flete Road and Norfolk Road, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Flete we cover include Westwood (1 mile east), Haine (1 mile south-east), Manston (1 mile south), Garlinge (1 mile north-west) and Margate (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (14 miles south-west), Broadstairs (3 miles east), Whitstable (15 miles west), Deal (10 miles south), Herne Bay (10 miles west) and Walmer (11 miles south).
A little further out are Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum (1.3 miles south-west) and Westwood Cross (1.1 miles east). Open spaces near Flete include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Schools near Flete include Hartsdown Academy (1.2 miles north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Margate West (1.7 miles north-west)
What happens on the day
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, which we agree with you beforehand. Late September evenings in Flete lose the light at about 7:00pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:50pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Flete
Can you serve near the sea around Flete?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Is Flete close to London?
Roughly 64 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
Both are on our menu; tell us which you’d like for your event.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Can the van come to Flete?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Flete. To check your date, use our quote form.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
- 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