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Fish and chip van hire in Pluckley, Kent
Fish and chip van hire in Pluckley: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Summer garden parties
- Care home visits
- Community events and fairs
Fish and chip van hire for Pluckley events
How our fish and chip van hire works in Pluckley
If the van can park there, we can fry there: a drive, a car park, a yard, a showground or a firm lawn in and around Pluckley. We are often asked to cater festive get-togethers and Fêtes, fairs and school events, with curry sauce, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
Somewhere as small as Pluckley, a field, yard or drive is often the spot. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we will plan for them, and firm ground matters more than anything. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and handed over as soon as it’s ready.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Compared with a hog roast, a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies rather than one dish, which suits guests who don’t eat pork. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- We cover Pluckley and the whole of Kent
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Towns and villages near Pluckley
Also in Pluckley
Step by step
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. Evenings in Pluckley stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:00pm; once it’s dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Make sure the van can get in
Getting a price
Not sure of numbers yet? 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.
Planning help
Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
Fish and chips is at its best fresh from the fryer, so we fry to order as the queue moves.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
Events we cater in Pluckley
It’s ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, with people coming up to the hatch as they please.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Birthday celebrations
- Work Christmas parties
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Pluckley Church of England Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payment is due
- The deadline for final numbers
- Allergen information for each item
What the van needs
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A spot near your guests
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Pluckley
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Chips
Bringing the van to Pluckley
Pluckley is about 5 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. For events in Pluckley, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. We cover 922 places across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 16 miles away.
Historic houses near Pluckley include Godinton House (3.6 miles east). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before you book. For anyone arriving by rail, the nearest station is Pluckley station, about 1.4 miles south. Pluckley is within about 8 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
For events in TN27, we just need to know where the van can park. Local streets include The Street, Station Road and Smarden Road; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Other places close to Pluckley we cover include Pluckley Thorne (1 mile south-west), Fir Toll (1 mile south), Chambers' Green (1 mile south), Little Chart (1 mile east) and Mundy Bois (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles north-west), Ashford (5 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north), Faversham (11 miles north-east), Davington (11 miles north-east) and Foley Park (12 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Romden Castle (2.8 miles south-west).
- Nearby, you will find The Black Horse Inn (within half a mile west)
Pluckley questions
How far is Pluckley from London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is Pluckley too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Usually, if it is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Which fish do you use?
Let us know which you’d prefer and we’ll confirm what we can offer.
Should I sort the food myself?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
What affects the price in Pluckley
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The menu and how many choices
- Whether a minimum applies
- Distance and any road charges
- The day of the week
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where the van would park
- A photo of the parking spot
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Planning a fish and chip van in Pluckley? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers.
- 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