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Fish and chip van hire in Forstal, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van to Forstal and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Care home visits
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Weddings and evening receptions
Book the van in Forstal
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Forstal
Keep it simple, or plan every detail: open service, or food at a fixed time. We will suggest what suits your event. On the menu are cod and chips, curry sauce and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for festive get-togethers and garden get-togethers.
In a small place like Forstal, the van often parks on a farm track, a field or a drive. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm, dry ground is the key. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
Planning for dietary needs
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Count children separately
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Have a back-up for anyone who can’t eat from the van
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
A short menu keeps service quick.
Tell people when the van opens.
Working with your venue
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A fish and chip van in Forstal: local details
Forstal is about 3 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Tell us where your event in Forstal will be, and we will plan the route and the parking spot. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our bookings stretch from Forstal to Canterbury (25 miles away).
Within reach of Forstal are historic houses such as Starkey Castle (4.4 miles north). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you are booking one. If you had Tyland Barn in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans can’t simply park up and serve in a public park. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Forstal. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
This part of Kent takes in ME20, so your event can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Beddow Way and Forstal Road, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Other places close to Forstal we cover include Pratling Street (1 mile north-east), Eccles (1 mile north-west), New Hythe (2 miles west), Burham (2 miles north) and Larkfield (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (3 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles east), Dartford (15 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (13 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south-west) and Gravesend (10 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Medway megaliths (1 mile north) and Maidstone Hospital (2 miles south). Open spaces near Forstal include Boxley Hills and Burham Down.
- Nearby schools include Aylesford School (1.3 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Bush pub (0.5 miles west)
What the van needs
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
Who books fish and chip van hire in Forstal?
It’s familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting.
Whatever the occasion in Forstal, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re often booked for:
- Evening wedding food
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Visits to care homes and day centres
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Methodist Church Including Sunday School, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby.
Comparing caterers
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Forstal questions
How far is Forstal from London?
About 29 miles from central London.
Could you trade in Tyland Barn?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Forstal?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
More for events in Forstal
About the food
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
What affects the price in Forstal
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- How long we serve
- Access and parking
- Numbers
- Your choice of menu
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
How it works
Service is quick: food goes from the fryer to the hatch. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Forstal, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 3:50pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Let us know the serving time
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
- 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