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Fish and chip van hire in Ham, Kent
Planning a fish and chip van in Ham? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Summer garden parties
- Community events and fairs
- Company team days
Fish and chip van hire in Ham
Fish and chip van hire in Ham, cooked to order
The menu is short and classic: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus the sides everyone expects. A short menu keeps the food fresh and the queue moving. We serve mushy peas, gravy and curry sauce, and we are frequently booked for birthday celebrations and visits to care homes and day centres.
In a hamlet or village like Ham, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and handed over as soon as it’s ready.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Ordering a takeaway for a crowd means long waits and food that cools on the journey. A van fries on the spot, so it’s crisp when it’s handed over. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why book with us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Classic food your guests already know
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
What happens on the day
You don’t 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. Late September evenings in Ham lose the light at about 7:00pm, and in December it’s nearer 3:50pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- First, you send us your date, address, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the space for the van, then send a quote.
- On the day, we park on the agreed spot and set up.
- We cook to order and serve hot at the time you chose.
- We pack up afterwards and leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Clear the route for the van
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can use our quote form.
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For event organisers in Ham
Having the party at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
The menu, dish by dish
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion, so we bring it along.
Space, access and the venue
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Ham
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
Bringing the van to Ham
Ham is about 3 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Anywhere in CT14, we can fry fresh for your guests. Ham is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Ham to Canterbury (about 11 miles away).
Historic houses near Ham include Walmer Castle (4.4 miles south-east) and Goodnestone Park (4.5 miles west). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before booking. For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Sandwich station, roughly 1.7 miles north of the centre. The coast is within about 4 miles of Ham, so fish and chips feels right at home here. On windy days, we plan a sheltered side for the queue.
Anywhere in CT14, we can fry fresh for your guests. Close by, we cover events in Statenborough (1 mile north-west), Felderland (1 mile north), Worth (1 mile north-east), Marley (1 mile south-east) and Finglesham (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (11 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (8 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (7 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Sandown Castle (3.1 miles east) and The Precinct Toy Collection (2.1 miles north). Open spaces near Ham include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Schools near Ham include Sandwich Technology School (1.3 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Blue Pigeons pub (1 mile north-east)
Ham: your questions answered
How far is Ham from London?
About 64 miles from central London.
Could you trade in Ham Fen?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Children normally love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. Find your area.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll confirm what we need.
Can the van come to Ham?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Ham and the rest of Kent. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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 we price a fish and chip van
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Parking and the way in
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Your choice of menu
- The day of the week
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where the van would park
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Planning a fish and chip van in Ham? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
Fish and chips is best eaten right away, so we cook as people come up to the hatch.
Tell people when the van opens, so they don’t miss out.
Nearby places to Ham
Other occasions in Ham
- 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