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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Hillborough
Looking for a fish and chip van in Hillborough? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Garden get-togethers
- Big birthdays
Fish and chip van hire in Hillborough
Fish and chip van hire in Hillborough, fried fresh
Fish and chips is generous food: big pieces of fish, crisp batter and a mountain of chips. It makes the food a talking point. On the menu are sausage and chips, cod and chips and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for birthday celebrations and wakes and celebrations of life.
In a smaller place like Hillborough, a garden party with the van on the drive is often the simplest option: no hire fees, and fish and chips for everyone without anyone stuck in the kitchen. Let us know how the van reaches the house. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do.
Prices and what affects them
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Any minimum charge
- The menu and how many choices
- How far we travel
- Parking and the way in
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of where the van would go
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Where the event is
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
A fish and chip van in Hillborough: local details
Hillborough is about 2 miles east of Herne Bay, in Kent. We serve events at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Hillborough. Hillborough is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Hillborough to Canterbury (about 7 miles away).
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Reculver Church of England Primary School, can book the van as a food stall. For anyone arriving by rail, the nearest station is Herne Bay station, about 2.2 miles west. The coast is within about 2 miles of Hillborough, so fish and chips feels right at home here. On windy days, we plan a sheltered side for the queue.
Wherever your event is in CT6, we can fry fresh for your guests. We can serve an event on streets such as Manor Road, Puffin Road and Neville Road or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Hillborough is on the A299, so it is easy for us to reach with the van. Close by, we cover events in Hawthorn (1 mile south-east), Bishopstone (1 mile north), Beltinge (1 mile north-west), Broomfield (1 mile south-west) and Highstead (1 mile south). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (7 miles south-west), Margate (9 miles east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (11 miles east), Whitstable (6 miles west) and Deal (14 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (5.2 miles west). The countryside around Hillborough includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Nearby, you will find The Huntsman And Horn Public House (0.8 miles south-west)
Step by step
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we’re there in good time before you want to eat. Late September evenings in Hillborough lose the light at about 7:00pm, and in December it is nearer 3:50pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Get 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 fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Looking after everyone
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Put allergy details in writing
It helps to have bins and napkins by the van for everyone.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Organising for someone else?
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
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.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Hillborough?
It needs no kitchen, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where plated meals are hard.
In Hillborough and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Festive get-togethers
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Weddings and evening receptions
If you had Bishopstone Cliffs in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans can’t simply park up and serve in a public park.
What to look for in a quote
- The deposit and payment dates
- The van’s size and access needs
- Any minimum charge
- What they can offer for dietary needs
Questions from Hillborough
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
How far is Hillborough from London?
Roughly 55 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you serve children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
How much space do you need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we’ll take it from there.
About the food
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers, especially with curry sauce.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It’s battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Also near Hillborough
More for events in Hillborough
- 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