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Fish and chip van hire in Ripple, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van to Ripple and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
- Big birthdays
- Christmas parties
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
Book the van in Ripple
Bringing the van to Ripple
Ripple is about 2 miles south-west of Deal, in Kent. For events in Ripple, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Ripple is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Ripple to Canterbury (about 13 miles away).
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as St Mary's Catholic Primary School, can book the van as a food stall. For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby. The coast is within about 3 miles of Ripple, and fish and chips always feels right near the sea. On windy days, we plan a sheltered side for the queue.
This part of Kent takes in CT14. Whether your event is on Mongeham Road, Sunnyside Close and Sutton Lane or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. For events just outside Ripple, we cover Great Mongeham (1 mile north), Mill Hill (1 mile north-east), Northbourne (2 miles north-west), Sholden Meadows (2 miles north) and Sholden (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (13 miles north-west), Margate (12 miles north), Dover (5 miles south-west), Folkestone (12 miles south-west), Ramsgate (10 miles north) and Broadstairs (12 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Royal Victoria Hospital (5.5 miles south-west) and Kent Museum of the Moving Image (2.4 miles north-east).
- Nearby schools include Goodwin Academy (1.8 miles north-east)
Fish and chip van hire in Ripple, fried fresh
Rain does not stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. That makes it a safe bet for British events. Typical bookings include community events and fairs and visits to care homes and day centres, serving haddock and chips, pie and chips and cod and chips.
For a rural spot like Ripple, the setting does a lot of the work. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
About the food
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Ripple
Do you come out to small places like Ripple?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Mary the Virgin: 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 generally elsewhere. Send us the address.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
Cod or haddock?
Tell us your preference when you book and we will confirm the menu.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Ripple
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
Events we cater in Ripple
Hot food on a cold or wet day is hard to beat, and the van keeps frying whatever the weather.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Weddings, especially the evening
Nearby historic houses include Walmer Castle (1.9 miles east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early.
Comparing caterers
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- What happens if plans change
- When payment is due
- If the price includes VAT
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Plan bins near the queue
- Count children separately
- Put allergy details in writing
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We park, set up, fry and serve, and keep in touch with you about timings.
Somewhere to sit or lean makes fish and chips easier to eat.
For event organisers in Ripple
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
More for events in Ripple
The process
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service. Late September evenings in Ripple lose the light at about 7:00pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:50pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Ensure the van can get in
How to get a price
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your event, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Compared with a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which suits guests who do not eat pork. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Why book with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Everything cooked to order at your event
Read our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
How we price a fish and chip van
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- The day of the week
- The minimum booking
- The number of meals
- Travel, tolls and road charges
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
- Your date and serving time
- Dietary needs, with numbers
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
- 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