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Fish and chip van hire in Fosten Green, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van across Fosten Green and Kent, cooking to order on site.
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Christmas parties
Fresh fish and chips in Fosten Green
Fish and chip van hire in Fosten Green, fried fresh
Rain doesn’t stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. It is a dependable choice for events in any season. Popular choices include sausage and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for work Christmas parties and community events and fairs.
Somewhere like Fosten Green, a yard or firm field often works. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Working with your venue
Hosting at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
The process
Because we cook inside the van, rain does not stop us. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. By late September, sunset in Fosten Green is around 7:00pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:50pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Share the timings for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- How far we travel
- Any minimum charge
- How many people are eating
- The day of the week
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where the event is
- Where the van would park
- Expected numbers
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Fosten Green?
People book a chip van because it’s food and a bit of fun at once. The hatch becomes a meeting point, and the food is hot and plentiful.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Milestone birthday parties
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Village fêtes and school fairs
Churches such as St Margaret's Church rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by normally does.
What to look for in a quote
- The deposit and payment dates
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether there is a minimum
- VAT, if it applies
Places near Fosten Green
Other occasions in Fosten Green
Questions from Fosten Green
Do you come to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Do you come out to small places like Fosten Green?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a photo if you can.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Should I sort the food myself?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
A cold buffet is simple, but food sits out, and there is nothing warming on a chilly day. A chip van cooks to order and serves hot. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We’ll send you a quote.
Why book with us
- We cover Fosten Green and the whole of Kent
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- A quote that spells everything out
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- A short menu helps everyone
- Have a back-up for anyone who can’t eat from the van
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
The fryers take a little while to heat, so we get there in good time. If timings shift, we adapt.
Plan cover near the hatch if rain is possible.
Before you choose a spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Fosten Green
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
Planning a chip van in Fosten Green
Fosten Green is about 11 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. We take a fish and chip van to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Fosten Green. We serve all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 23 miles away.
Coming by train? Headcorn station, about 4.6 miles north, is the nearest station. Fosten Green is within about 4 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
Events anywhere in TN27 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Other places close to Fosten Green we cover include Clapper Hill (1 mile east), East End (1 mile south), Parkgate (2 miles south-east), London Beach (3 miles east) and Strood (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Maidstone (12 miles north), Ashford (11 miles east), Kings Hill (15 miles north-west), Foley Park (13 miles north), Paddock Wood (11 miles north-west) and Tenterden (4 miles south-east).
A little further out are Mervyn Quinlan Museum (0.9 miles south) and Sissinghurst Castle (2.1 miles north-west).
- 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