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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Hareplain
We bring a fish and chip van across Hareplain and Kent, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Staff lunches and team days
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Fish and chip days at care homes
Book the van in Hareplain
Fish and chip van hire in Hareplain, cooked to order
Fish and chip van hire means the chip shop comes to you. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray. Typical bookings include wakes and gatherings after a funeral and milestone birthday parties, serving haddock and chips, mushy peas and pie and chips.
In a rural place like Hareplain, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Let us know about access and ground conditions. Timings are planned around your event, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Hareplain?
A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. A van fries on the spot, so the batter is still crisp. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
Why book our van in Hareplain
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Bookings across Kent, including Hareplain
- Hot food handed straight over
- Something for guests to gather round
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
A short menu keeps service quick.
Somewhere to sit or lean makes fish and chips easier to eat.
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Planning the van’s spot
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
Common questions in Hareplain
Do you come to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Hareplain from London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
Yes. Fish and chips with mushy peas is a full meal.
Cod or haddock?
We serve cod and haddock; tell us which you’d like for your event.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including Kent. See all areas.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Children generally love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Hareplain?
A fish and chip van suits almost any crowd, young and old alike. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Festive get-togethers
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
If guests are travelling by rail, Headcorn station, about 2.8 miles north, is the nearest station.
Comparing caterers
- The cancellation terms
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The deadline for final numbers
- The deposit and payment dates
How the day works
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out at the time you asked for. Around midsummer it stays light in Hareplain until about 9:15pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:00pm, so summer evening events are typically served in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:50pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- 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.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
How to get a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will check the date and send a price.
Planning help
Places near Hareplain
What else we do in Hareplain
A fish and chip van in Hareplain: local details
Hareplain is about 10 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Hareplain is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Hareplain is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 23 miles away.
The High Weald National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Hareplain, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
For events in TN27, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Other places close to Hareplain we cover include Three Chimneys (1 mile south-west), Biddenden (1 mile south-east), Curteis' Corner (1 mile east), Lashenden (2 miles north-east) and Standen (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles north), Ashford (11 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles west), Tonbridge (15 miles west), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west) and Foley Park (11 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Kent Firefighting Museum (0.8 miles north) and Sissinghurst Castle (1.7 miles south-west).
- Pubs nearby include Three Chimneys Public House (0.6 miles south-west)
How we price a fish and chip van
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Your choice of menu
- Distance and any road charges
- How many people are eating
- Any minimum charge
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Where the van would park
- Where the event is
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A photo of the space and the way in
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
- 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