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Fish and chip van hire in Ridley, Kent
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van hire in Ridley.
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Company team days
Fish and chip van hire for Ridley events
Events we cater in Ridley
Everyone knows what they’re getting.
In Ridley and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Christmas parties
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Company team days
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Meopham School, can book the van as a food stall.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- How late numbers can change
- Payment terms and deposit
- What they can offer for dietary needs
How our fish and chip van hire works in Ridley
Fish and chip van hire means the chip shop comes to you. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot and crisp. Popular choices include sausage and chips, mushy peas and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for garden parties and summer get-togethers and work Christmas parties.
Somewhere like Ridley, a yard or firm field frequently works. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Towns and villages near Ridley
Also in Ridley
Fish and chip van hire around Ridley
Ridley is about 6 miles south of Northfleet, in Kent. For an event in Ridley, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Ridley. We serve all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our bookings stretch from Ridley to London (21 miles away).
If you’re gathering after a service at a church like Church of Saint Peter, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. Nearby historic houses include Cobham College (4 miles north-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Ridley. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
Events anywhere in TN15 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. Neighbouring places where we serve events include New Street (1 mile east), Hodsoll Street (1 mile south), South Street (1 mile east), New Ash Green (1 mile north-west) and Culverstone Green (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles south-east), Dartford (8 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (8 miles south-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south), Gravesend (6 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (11 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Ightham Court (4.4 miles south) and Coldrum Long Barrow (3.1 miles south-east).
Before you choose a spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
How we price a fish and chip van
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The number of meals
- The day of the week
- The length of service
- Access and parking
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your event is.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The date and time of the event
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
Should I sort the food myself?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and generally costs more per head. A fish and chip van needs a level spot and permission to park, and the food is cooked to order. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
What you get with us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- All the chip-shop extras
- Hot food handed straight over
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Questions from Ridley
We are gathering after a service at Church of Saint Peter: 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 normally elsewhere. Send us the address.
Do you come out to small places like Ridley?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Ridley?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we’ll say what we need.
Working with your venue
Hosting at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers.
Step by step
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service. Light matters for evening service: around Ridley, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 3:50pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check the date and the space for the van, then send a quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, park up and heat the fryers.
- We cook to order and serve hot at the time you chose.
- When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
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