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Fish and chip van hire in Mott's Mill, Kent
Fish and chip van hire in Mott's Mill: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Christmas parties
- Company team days
- Big birthdays
Planning an event in Mott's Mill?
How our fish and chip van hire works in Mott's Mill
Keep it simple, or plan every detail: open service, or food at a fixed time. We will recommend what fits. Whether it is wakes and celebrations of life and community events and fairs, we can cook haddock and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips.
In a rural place like Mott's Mill, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Let us know about access and ground conditions. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Mott's Mill: venues, parking and local tips
Mott's Mill is about 3 miles north of Crowborough, in Kent. People in Mott's Mill book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Mott's Mill is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 22 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Groombridge Place (1.6 miles north-east) and Bassetts Manor (3.7 miles north-west). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one. For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Church of St Thomas the Apostle, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Mott's Mill. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
Anywhere in TN3, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Close by, we cover events in Boarshead (2 miles south), Friar's Gate (2 miles south-west), Marden's Hill (2 miles south-west), Steel Cross (2 miles south) and Crowborough (3 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Sevenoaks (13 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (5 miles north-east), Tonbridge (8 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (11 miles north-east), Southborough (6 miles north-east) and Edenbridge (9 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (3.2 miles south) and Bolebroke Castle (3.3 miles north-west). Open spaces near Mott's Mill include Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
Occasions we serve in Mott's Mill
Hot food on a cold or wet day is hard to beat, and the cooking carries on inside the van whatever the weather.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Mott's Mill and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Garden get-togethers
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Weddings, especially the evening
For guests coming by train, Eridge station is about 1.3 miles away.
What your quote should include
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- When final numbers are due
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Common questions in Mott's Mill
Do you come out to small places like Mott's Mill?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Thomas the Apostle: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Send us the address.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
What food do you serve?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
Places near Mott's Mill
Also in Mott's Mill
What the van needs
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A short walk from the party
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
How we price a fish and chip van
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Distance and any road charges
- The menu and how many choices
- The date and time of year
- The number of meals
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The address or venue name
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
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.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and nothing’s hot on a cool evening. Fish and chips is fried to order and served hot. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
What you get with us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Classic food your guests already know
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
What comes out of the fryer
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
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers, especially with curry sauce.
Planning for dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
The oil needs time to come up to temperature, so we get there in good time. If timings shift, we adapt.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
Step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your event. We handle the cooking and serving. By late September, sunset in Mott's Mill is around 7:05pm, and in December it is nearer 3:55pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- We arrive early, set up and get the fryers hot.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch at the agreed time.
- We pack up afterwards and leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Clear the route for the van
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, send us your details through 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