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Fish and chip van hire in Hunters Forstal, Kent
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van in Hunters Forstal and the surrounding area.
- Christmas parties
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Community events and fairs
Fresh fish and chips in Hunters Forstal
What happens on the day
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, which we agree with you beforehand. Light matters for evening service: in Hunters Forstal, sunset is around 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 3:50pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Let us know the serving time
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
How to get a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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About our fish and chip van hire in Hunters Forstal
Keep it simple, or plan every detail: a van that serves as people arrive, or service at a set time. We will suggest what suits your event. We serve haddock and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas, and we’re often booked for christmas parties and company team days.
In a small place like Hunters Forstal, the van frequently parks on a farm track, a field or a drive. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we’ll plan for them, and firm ground matters more than anything. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will be straight with you about what we can do.
Towns and villages near Hunters Forstal
Other occasions in Hunters Forstal
Organising for someone else?
Having the party at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Hunters Forstal? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
A fish and chip van in Hunters Forstal: local details
Hunters Forstal is about 1 mile south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Wherever your event is in the CT6 area, we can fry fresh for your guests. We take the van to 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Hunters Forstal to Canterbury (6 miles away).
For anyone arriving by rail, Herne Bay station is about 1.1 miles away. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Herne Church of England Infant School, can book the van as a food stall. Hunters Forstal is within about 2 miles of the sea, and fish and chips always feels right near the sea. Sea breezes can be strong, so we think about where the queue will stand.
This part of Kent takes in CT6, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. Whether your event is on Mill Lane, Kingsfield Road and Hunters Forstal Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. Close by, we cover events in Broomfield (1 mile east), Herne (1 mile south-west), Herne Bay (1 mile north-west), Eddington (1 mile west) and Bullockstone (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (6 miles south-west), Margate (11 miles east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east), Whitstable (5 miles west) and Deal (15 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (4 miles west) and Tankerton Castle (4.6 miles west). The countryside around Hunters Forstal includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Schools near Hunters Forstal include Herne Bay High School (1.3 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Huntsman And Horn Public House (0.7 miles east)
Food your guests will love
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’s hot, crisp and generous.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Events we cater in Hunters Forstal
There is no kitchen needed, so it’s at home in car parks, yards and fields where plated meals are hard.
In Hunters Forstal and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Garden get-togethers
- Staff lunches and team days
- Evening wedding food
Thinking of using Curtis Wood? Parks normally need the owner’s permission, often the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade.
Comparing caterers
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- VAT, if it applies
- What happens if plans change
What affects the price in Hunters Forstal
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Access and parking
- Any minimum charge
- Cod, haddock or both
- Distance and any road charges
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the space and the way in
Send us the date, the address or CT6 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Hunters Forstal?
With a barbecue, somebody ends up cooking all afternoon. With a van, nobody misses the event. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
What you get with us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Hot food handed straight over
- Bookings across Kent, including Hunters Forstal
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Common questions in Hunters Forstal
Can you serve near the sea around Hunters Forstal?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind doesn’t affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Bartholomew: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Where can the van park?
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.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
Tell us your preference when you book and we’ll confirm what we can offer.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What do you bring?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Is it a full meal?
It’s a full meal on its own. Many hosts add their own desserts or cake.
What if the weather’s bad?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- A short walk from the party
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Chips
- 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