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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Matfield
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van in Matfield.
- Birthday celebrations
- Christmas parties
- Weddings and evening receptions
Fish and chip van hire in Matfield
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Matfield
Few meals are as universally loved as fish and chips. That is why a van works for so many kinds of event in Matfield. Whether it’s village fêtes and school fairs and staff thank-you lunches, we can cook mushy peas, pie and chips and curry sauce.
For a rural spot like Matfield, the setting does plenty of the work. Let us know about access and ground conditions. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Bringing the van to Matfield
Matfield is about 5 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Wherever your event is in the TN12 area, we can bring the van to you. We serve 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 31 miles away.
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Brenchley and Matfield Church of England Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. Historic houses near Matfield include Scotney Castle (4.5 miles south). Historic venues frequently limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one. Matfield is within about 7 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
Here we cover the TN12 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Standings Close, Homebush Green and Chestnut Lane, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. For events just outside Matfield, we cover Petteridge (1 mile south-east), Brenchley (1 mile east), Colt's Hill (1 mile north-west), Key's Green (2 miles south-west) and Paddock Wood (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Maidstone (10 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (5 miles west), Tonbridge (5 miles north-west), Kings Hill (8 miles north) and Foley Park (11 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Tunbridge Wells Hospital (2.9 miles west) and The Hop Farm Museum (3.1 miles north). Within reach you will find Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Local schools include Mascalls School (1.2 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Poet at Matfield pub (under half a mile west)
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
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A chip van compared with other options
Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, the host gets to enjoy the day. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book our van in Matfield
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- A van that becomes part of the event
- A quote that spells everything out
- Events in Matfield and across Kent
Read how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
What affects the price in Matfield
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- The number of meals
- How long we serve
- Your choice of menu
- The minimum booking
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The venue or postcode
- Allergies and diets you know about
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Where you’d like the van to go
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Matfield? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Give us separate numbers for children
- A short menu helps everyone
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier for everyone.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Matfield?
People book a chip van because it’s food and a bit of fun at once. The hatch becomes a meeting point, and the food is hot and generous.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are often booked for:
- Birthday celebrations
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Evening wedding food
- Staff thank-you lunches
If you are gathering after a service at a church like Ebenezer Church (Matfield), a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What happens if plans change
- The deadline for final numbers
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
How it works
Because we cook inside the van, rain doesn’t stop us. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Matfield, it stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 3:55pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Get a quote
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van in Matfield
Which station is closest to Matfield?
Paddock Wood station, about 2.1 miles north of the centre.
Could you trade in Brenchley Wood?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan service around it.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we will advise.
Can you feed plenty of people?
That depends on how many and how quickly. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
- 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