Kent · England
Fish and chip van hire in Mount Pleasant, Kent
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van hire in Mount Pleasant.
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Visits to care homes and day centres
Planning an event in Mount Pleasant?
About the food
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers.
About our fish and chip van hire in Mount Pleasant
The van needs no kitchen, no hall and no crockery. All it needs is a level spot it can reach, which suits drives, yards, car parks and firm lawns. Whether it’s staff lunches and team days and gatherings after a funeral, we can cook mushy peas, sausage and chips and gravy.
In a rural place like Mount Pleasant, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Let us know about access and ground conditions. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
Occasions we serve in Mount Pleasant
It is familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are often booked for:
- Work Christmas parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Community events and fairs
- Fish and chip days at care homes
If you’re gathering after a service at a church like St Mildreds Church, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the price includes, item by item
- The deposit and payment dates
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Whether travel is included
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
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.
How the day works
Because we cook inside the van, rain doesn’t stop us. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. Light matters for evening service: around Mount Pleasant, it stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 3:50pm.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Tell us when you want to eat
How to get a price
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
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What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The date and time of year
- Access and parking
- Cod, haddock or both
- How long we serve
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the event is
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and when you’d like to eat
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
With a barbecue, somebody ends up cooking all afternoon. With a van, the host gets to enjoy the day. Larger groups usually cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book our van in Mount Pleasant
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- All the chip-shop extras
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Put allergy details in writing
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
A short menu keeps service quick.
A gazebo by the van keeps the queue dry.
Bringing the van to Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant is about 4 miles south-west of Margate, in Kent. We serve events at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Mount Pleasant and the surrounding area. We cover 922 places across Kent. Our bookings stretch from Mount Pleasant to Canterbury (11 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Mount Pleasant are Quex Park (1.6 miles north). Historic venues frequently limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one. If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Minster Church of England Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. Mount Pleasant is within about 5 miles of the sea, so fish and chips feels right at home here. Sea breezes can be strong, so we think about where the queue will stand.
This part of Kent takes in CT12, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. If your venue is just outside Mount Pleasant, we also cover Way (1 mile south-east), Acol (1 mile north), Minster (1 mile south-west), Sevenscore (2 miles south-east) and Manston (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (11 miles south-west), Margate (4 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south), Ramsgate (4 miles east), Broadstairs (5 miles east) and Whitstable (12 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Westwood Cross (3.5 miles east) and RAF Manston History Museum (1.4 miles east). The countryside around Mount Pleasant includes Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Nearby schools include King Ethelbert School (2.2 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Bell Inn (0.9 miles south)
Mount Pleasant: your questions answered
Can you serve after a service at St Mildreds Church?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
How far is Mount Pleasant from London?
Roughly 62 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What food do you serve?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Do we need to provide equipment?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
What is fish and chip van hire?
The van comes to you, fry everything to order, and serve when you’re ready to eat.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
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Also in Mount Pleasant
- 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