Kent · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire for Lydd events
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your event in Lydd. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Big birthdays
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Summer garden parties
Planning an event in Lydd?
How our fish and chip van hire works in Lydd
Fish and chips is the meal almost everyone in Britain knows and likes. It’s why a chip van suits so many occasions in Lydd. On the menu are sausage and chips, curry sauce and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for community events and fairs and festive get-togethers.
In a smaller place like Lydd, a garden party with the van on the drive is frequently the simplest option: no venue hire, and nobody stuck cooking. Tell us about access down the lane or drive. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do before booking.
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Have a back-up for anyone who can’t eat from the van
- Send allergies to us in writing
It helps to have bins and napkins by the van.
Plan cover near the hatch if rain is possible.
Takeaway run or book a van?
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.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Fish and chip van hire around Lydd
Lydd is about 11 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. From the centre of Lydd to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Lydd is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 24 miles away.
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Lydd Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser.
This part of Kent takes in TN29, so your event can be anywhere in it. From Church Road, Station Road and High Street or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. Main roads around Lydd include the B2075, which makes travel to your event easy. Other places close to Lydd we cover include Lydd-on-Sea (2 miles east), Greatstone-on-Sea (3 miles north-east), Old Romney (3 miles north), New Romney (3 miles north-east) and Littlestone-on-Sea (3 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (13 miles north), Folkestone (15 miles north-east), Hythe (11 miles north-east), Tenterden (12 miles north-west), Cheriton (14 miles north-east) and Kennington (15 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Lydd Town Museum (less than half a mile south-west) and Romney 'castle' (2.9 miles north). Open spaces near Lydd include Dungeness National and Burnthouse Pen.
- Nearby, you will find The Dolphin Hotel (under half a mile south-west)
What affects the price in Lydd
These are the factors that matter most:
- The length of service
- Any minimum charge
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Parking and the way in
There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the van would park
- The date and time of the event
Send us the date, the address or TN29 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning the van’s spot
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work. What matters most:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
For event organisers in Lydd
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Step by step
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, which we agree with you beforehand. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Lydd, sunset is around 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 3:50pm.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- On the day, we park on the agreed spot and set up.
- Everything is fried fresh and handed over from the hatch.
- Afterwards, we clear up and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Let us know the serving time
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Planning help
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Common questions in Lydd
How far is Lydd from London?
About 58 miles from central London.
We are gathering after a service at All Saints Church: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
Can you feed a lot of people?
Often, yes. Give us your numbers and service time, and we’ll tell you honestly how service will work.
What can guests choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
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.
Is grass a problem?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
How much space do you need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Occasions we serve in Lydd
There is no kitchen needed, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where other catering struggles.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Company team days
After a service at All Saints Church, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and it’s a favourite with children.
- 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