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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Lodge Lees events
Fish and chip van hire in Lodge Lees: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Summer garden parties
- Staff thank-you lunches
Fish and chip van hire in Lodge Lees
Fish and chip van hire in Lodge Lees, fried fresh
The menu is short and classic: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fewer choices means fresher food and shorter waits. Typical bookings include evening wedding food and garden parties and summer get-togethers, serving curry sauce, cod and chips and mushy peas.
Somewhere like Lodge Lees, a yard or firm field often works. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
Food your guests will love
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Plan bins near the queue
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
Keep the menu short and the queue moves quickly.
A chalkboard by the hatch with the menu keeps the queue moving.
How the day works
Changes on the day are fine: we’ll adjust start times and pace. Late September evenings in Lodge Lees lose the light at about 7:00pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:50pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Have a level parking spot ready
Getting a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Planning help
A fish and chip van in Lodge Lees: local details
Lodge Lees is about 7 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. From the centre of Lodge Lees to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages across Kent. We serve events right across the region, from Lodge Lees to Canterbury (7 miles away).
After a service at Church of St Mary Magdalene, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house. If you had Jumping Downs in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans cannot simply park up and serve in a public park. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Lodge Lees. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
We serve events across CT4 and the streets around it. We also bring the van to events in Denton (1 mile east), Breach (1 mile west), Wootton (1 mile south-east), Shelvin (1 mile east) and Selsted (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (7 miles north-west), Dover (7 miles south-east), Folkestone (7 miles south), Ramsgate (15 miles north-east) and Whitstable (13 miles north-west).
Open spaces near Lodge Lees include Cheriton Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Jackdaw Inn (less than half a mile south-east)
Takeaway run or book a van?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
Also in Lodge Lees
Where the van can park in Lodge Lees
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the hatch
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Who books fish and chip van hire in Lodge Lees?
It is ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, with people coming up to the hatch as they please.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Lodge Lees and Kent:
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Work Christmas parties
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Staff thank-you lunches
Coming by train? Shepherds Well station is about 3 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How allergens are handled
- Whether travel is included
- VAT, if it applies
Lodge Lees: your questions answered
Is Lodge Lees too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan service around it.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Can you feed plenty of people?
Often, yes. Give us your numbers and service time, and we’ll tell you honestly how service will work.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we’ll say what we need.
For event organisers in Lodge Lees
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
What affects the price in Lodge Lees
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- How many people are eating
- The day of the week
- Whether a minimum applies
- Access and parking
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.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the van would park
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Your date and serving time
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
- 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