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Fish and chip van hire in Goodnestone, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van across Goodnestone and Kent, frying fresh at your venue.
- Community events and fairs
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Festive get-togethers
Fish and chip van hire in Goodnestone
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Goodnestone
There’s something generous about fish and chips: big pieces of fish, crisp batter and a mountain of chips. It turns a meal into an occasion. Whether it’s garden parties and summer get-togethers and christmas parties, we can cook mushy peas, haddock and chips and curry sauce for your guests.
In a hamlet or village like Goodnestone, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. Timings are planned around your event, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
How we price a fish and chip van
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Access and parking
- The number of meals
- The date and time of year
- 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.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- A picture of where the van would go
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Allergies and diets you know about
Send us the date, the address or ME13 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
With a barbecue, somebody ends up cooking all afternoon. With a van, nobody misses the event. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.
What you get with us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- A clear quote before booking
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Step by step
You do not need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your event. The frying and serving are down to us. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Goodnestone, it stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, but by late December it’s dark by about 3:50pm.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Share the timings for the day
Get a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
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Events we cater in Goodnestone
Everyone knows what they’re getting.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re frequently booked for:
- Care home visits
- Company team days
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Festive get-togethers
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Graveney Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether VAT is included
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- The deadline for final numbers
Goodnestone: venues, parking and local tips
Goodnestone is about 2 miles east of Preston, in Kent. Give us the address of your event in Goodnestone, and we will plan access and set-up. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 7 miles away.
Within reach of Goodnestone are historic houses such as Belmont House and Gardens (5 miles south-west). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one. Thinking of using Mount Ephraim Gardens? Parks typically need the owner’s permission, frequently the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade. Goodnestone is within about 5 miles of the sea, so fish and chips feels right at home here. Sea breezes can be strong, so we think about where the queue will stand.
Here we cover the ME13 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Head Hill Road and Cherrywood; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Other places close to Goodnestone we cover include Culmers (1 mile north-east), Graveney (1 mile north-east), Broom Street (1 mile north), Staplestreet (1 mile south-east) and Slutshole (1 mile south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles west), Whitstable (5 miles north-east), Herne Bay (9 miles north-east) and Minster (9 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (5.8 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Local schools include Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (1.7 miles west)
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
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What else we do in Goodnestone
DIY versus a fish and chip van
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the event.
The menu, dish by dish
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Planning for dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Put bins and napkins by the van
Fish and chips is best eaten right away, so we fry to order as the queue moves.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
Goodnestone questions
We’re gathering after a service at St Bartholomew's Church: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Which station is closest to Goodnestone?
Faversham station, about 1.9 miles west of the centre.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is typically simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a picture if you can.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Goodnestone?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Where do you take the van?
We take the van across London and the South East, including Kent. See all areas.
- 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