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Fish and chip van hire in Shelvin, Kent
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van hire in Shelvin.
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Christmas parties
Book the van in Shelvin
Fish and chip van hire in Shelvin, fried fresh
Hiring a fish and chip van brings the chip shop to your door. The van parks up, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray. Popular choices include haddock and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce, and we are regularly asked to cater company team days and festive get-togethers.
Somewhere like Shelvin, a yard or firm field often works. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Bringing the van to Shelvin
Shelvin is about 6 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. For events in Shelvin, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. Shelvin is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our bookings stretch from Shelvin to Canterbury (8 miles away).
For anyone arriving by rail, the closest railway station is Shepherds Well station, roughly 1.9 miles east of the centre. Among the historic houses close to Shelvin are Acrise Place (4 miles south-west) and Goodnestone Park (4.5 miles north-east). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before you book. Shelvin is within about 4 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
This part of Kent takes in CT4. Streets in the area include Clints Lane and Shelvin Lane, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Close by, we cover events in Wootton (1 mile south-west), Denton (1 mile west), Lodge Lees (1 mile west), Breach (2 miles west) and Selsted (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (14 miles west), Canterbury (8 miles north-west), Dover (6 miles south-east), Folkestone (7 miles south), Ramsgate (14 miles north-east) and Whitstable (13 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Buckland Hospital (5.9 miles south-east).
- Local pubs include Coach House Hotel (0.7 miles north)
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Plated meals need a kitchen and a bigger team. A van needs only a level spot and permission to park. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Why book our van in Shelvin
- Classic food your guests already know
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No kitchen needed
Should I sort the food myself?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Planning the van’s spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you contact us. In general, we need:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Shelvin
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
Also near Shelvin
More for events in Shelvin
Organising for someone else?
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
How we price a fish and chip van
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The menu and how many choices
- The date and time of year
- How far we travel
- The length of service
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your event.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Your date and serving time
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the van would park
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
Shelvin: your questions answered
Is Shelvin too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Martin: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
It depends on numbers and timings. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Can you cater for allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan service around it.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
What happens on the day
We arrive on time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. Evenings in Shelvin stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:00pm; after dark, the queue and the path to the van need good lighting.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Tell us when you want to eat
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Count children separately
After service, we pack up, quietly and quickly.
A gazebo by the van keeps the queue dry.
Events we cater in Shelvin
There’s no kitchen needed, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where other catering struggles.
In Shelvin and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Staff lunches and team days
- Garden get-togethers
- Work Christmas parties
- Visits to care homes and day centres
If you are gathering after a service at a church like Church of St Martin, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van.
Before you book anyone
- Allergen information for each item
- When payment is due
- Whether there’s a minimum
- How much space the van takes up
- 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