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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Shepway
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van in Shepway.
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Gatherings after a funeral
A chip van near Shepway
The process
We do not cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, so it’s as fresh as from any chip shop. Light matters for evening service: in Shepway, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 3:50pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
How to get a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Shepway, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Planning help
Fish and chip van hire in Shepway, cooked to order
The queue at the hatch is part of the fun. People gather, catch up and get their food straight from the fryer. We serve mushy peas, gravy and sausage and chips, and we’re often booked for work Christmas parties and wakes and celebrations of life.
For a place the size of Shepway, your own drive is often the best spot: no hire fees, and fish and chips for everyone without anyone stuck in the kitchen. Let us know how the van reaches the house. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what we can do before booking.
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Perfect for your event in Shepway
People book a chip van because it is food and a bit of fun at once. The van becomes a focal point, and the food is hot and plentiful.
In Shepway and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Summer garden parties
- Milestone birthday parties
- Care home visits
- Village fêtes and school fairs
If you’re gathering after a service at a church like St Martin's Church, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van.
What your quote should include
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- How allergens are handled
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The van’s size and access needs
Planning a chip van in Shepway
Shepway is about 1 mile south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Shepway is well within our area, so your event just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. Shepway is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Shepway to Canterbury (about 23 miles away).
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Greenfields Community Primary School, can book the van as a food stall. If you had Mote Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans cannot simply park up and serve in a public park. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Shepway, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
We serve events across the ME15 postcode area. Local streets include Derby Road, Devon Road and Surrey Road; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. We also bring the van to events in Willington (1 mile east), Park Wood (1 mile south), Otham (1 mile south-east), Maidstone (1 mile north-west) and Weavering (1 mile north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Sittingbourne (10 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south-west), Gravesend (14 miles north-west), Tonbridge (12 miles west), Faversham (15 miles east) and Northfleet (15 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find KIMS hospital (2.2 miles north) and Allington Castle (3.1 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Detling Hill.
- Schools near Shepway include New Line Learning Academy (0.7 miles south-west) and Senacre Technology College (1.1 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Wheatsheaf pub (0.7 miles west)
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
If you want something everyone will enjoy, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice for your event in Shepway. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why book with us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Quick service from the hatch
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- A clear quote before booking
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The minimum booking
- The length of service
- How many people are eating
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- A picture of the parking spot
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The venue or postcode
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, use our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
Shepway questions
Which station is closest to Shepway?
Maidstone West station, about 1.7 miles north-west of the centre.
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
The van comes to you, fry everything to order, and serve at the time you want.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
That depends on how many and how quickly. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
Organising for someone else?
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it is lovely with a pie.
- 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