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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Lower Hardres
Fish and chip van hire in Lower Hardres: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Summer garden parties
Planning an event in Lower Hardres?
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Lower Hardres
There’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. It needs a level, firm spot to park and a clear way in, which suits drives, yards, car parks and firm lawns. Typical bookings include christmas parties and evening wedding food, serving sausage and chips, pie and chips and gravy.
In a hamlet or village like Lower Hardres, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Occasions we serve in Lower Hardres
It needs no kitchen, so it’s at home in car parks, yards and fields where plated meals are hard.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Work Christmas parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Staff lunches and team days
- Gatherings after a funeral
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys, can book the van as a food stall.
What your quote should include
- Whether there’s a minimum
- If the price includes VAT
- What the price includes, item by item
- The van’s size and access needs
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Towns and villages near Lower Hardres
Other occasions in Lower Hardres
Organising for someone else?
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Allergies and dietary needs
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
Once everyone is fed, we pack up.
A string of bunting by the van makes a lovely photo.
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The menu and how many choices
- How many people are eating
- How far we travel
- How long we serve
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Your date and serving time
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The venue or postcode
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Common questions in Lower Hardres
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Lower Hardres from London?
About 54 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What’s on the menu?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Lower Hardres?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Do you bring everything you need?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Is it a full meal?
Yes. Fish and chips with mushy peas is a full meal, and you can add your own cake or desserts.
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’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
Do you cover Lower Hardres?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Lower Hardres is within our area. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning a chip van in Lower Hardres
Lower Hardres is about 3 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. Anywhere in CT4, we can fry fresh for your guests. Lower Hardres is one of 922 places in Kent we cover.
If you are gathering after a service at a church like Church of St Mary, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. For anyone arriving by rail, Canterbury East station is about 2.7 miles away. Lower Hardres is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
Events anywhere in CT4 start with a parking spot for the van. Close by, we cover events in Street End (1 mile north), Pett Bottom (1 mile south-east), Nackington (1 mile north), Upper Hardres (1 mile south) and Petham (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (11 miles south-west), Canterbury (3 miles north), Dover (12 miles south-east), Folkestone (11 miles south), Whitstable (8 miles north) and Deal (14 miles east).
A little further out are Kent and Canterbury Hospital (2.2 miles north) and Whitefriars Shopping Centre (2.9 miles north). Open spaces near Lower Hardres include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Local pubs include The Duck pub (0.8 miles south-east)
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. A van fries on the spot, so it’s crisp when it’s handed over. The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It’s worth asking early.
Why book with us
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- A clear quote before you book
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Step by step
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Each piece of fish is battered and fried to order, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. Around midsummer it stays light in Lower Hardres until about 9:15pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:00pm, so summer evening events are generally served in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 3:50pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
- We start with a few details 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.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
How to get a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
- 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