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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Hersden
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van in Hersden.
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Festive get-togethers
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
A chip van near Hersden
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Hersden
Rain does not stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. That makes it a safe bet for British events. Whether it is evening wedding food and festive get-togethers, we can cook gravy, sausage and chips and haddock and chips for your guests.
Around Hersden, bookings are frequently at homes, local halls and clubs. If the road in is narrow, tell us so we can plan the route. Timings are planned around your event, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
How the day works
You’ll know we’re ready when the smell of frying drifts over. After that, it’s a steady flow to the hatch. By late September, sunset in Hersden is around 7:00pm, and in December it’s nearer 3:50pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Before we arrive
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van in Hersden
Which station is closest to Hersden?
The closest is Sturry station, roughly 1.9 miles away.
Is Hersden close to London?
Roughly 56 miles from the centre of London.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan service around it.
Does a chip van work for big events?
Often, yes. Give us your numbers and service time, and we will tell you honestly how service will work.
Which fish do you use?
We serve cod and haddock; we will agree the choice when we quote.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
It can be. Fish and chips with mushy peas is a full meal, and you can add your own cake or desserts.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
For event organisers in Hersden
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Bringing the van to Hersden
Hersden is about 4 miles south of Herne Bay, in Kent. We take a fish and chip van to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Hersden and the surrounding area. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
PTAs at schools such as Hersden Village Primary School often look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Sturry station, roughly 1.9 miles south-west of the centre. The coast is within about 5 miles of Hersden, so fish and chips feels right at home here. On windy days, we plan a sheltered side for the queue.
Here we cover the CT3 postcode area. From The Firs, The Sycamores and Chequer Tree Close or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. We also bring the van to events in Westbere (1 mile south-west), Stodmarsh (1 mile south-east), Hoath (1 mile north), Knave's Ash (1 mile north) and Sturry (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (4 miles south-west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south-east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Canterbury Castle (4.5 miles south-west) and St Martins Hospital (3.4 miles south-west). Within reach you will find West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Nearby schools include Spires Academy (0.5 miles west) and Frank Montgomery School (0.5 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include Ye Olde Yew Tree Inn (0.8 miles south-west)
What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- How long we serve
- The date and time of year
- Distance and any road charges
- Numbers
The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The venue or postcode
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Send us the date, the address or CT3 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and we will reply with a quote. Just use our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Plan bins near the queue
The oil needs time to come up to temperature, so we get there in good time. If timings shift, we adapt.
A gazebo by the van keeps the queue dry.
Perfect for your event in Hersden
Fish and chips suits nearly every crowd, young and old alike. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Festive get-togethers
- Birthday celebrations
- Staff lunches and team days
After a service at Church of All Saints, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house.
Comparing caterers
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- When payment is due
- What happens if plans change
- What the van needs: space, access, power
Why choose a fish and chip van in Hersden?
With a barbecue, somebody ends up cooking all afternoon. With a van, the host gets to enjoy the day. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Why book our van in Hersden
- No surprises in your quote
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
- 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