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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Snargate events
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van hire in Snargate.
- Birthday celebrations
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Summer garden parties
A chip van near Snargate
About our fish and chip van hire in Snargate
Because the cooking is in the van, the weather does not stop us. That makes it a safe bet for British events. Typical bookings include christmas parties and wakes and celebrations of life, with curry sauce, sausage and chips and mushy peas.
In a hamlet or village like Snargate, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
Snargate questions
What’s the nearest station to Snargate?
The closest is Appledore (Kent) station, roughly 1.1 miles away.
Is Snargate close to London?
About 52 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we will take it from there.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Snargate?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we’ll advise.
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
It helps to have bins and napkins by the van for everyone.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- Access and parking
- How many people are eating
- Service time
- The day of the week
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of where the van would go
- Your date and serving time
Send us the date, the address or TN29 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
What happens on the day
Serving is straightforward: everything is handed over hot from the hatch, and people can eat where they like. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. Planning an evening event in Snargate? Sunset is around 8:45pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September; once it’s dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Make sure the van can get in
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Get a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Snargate? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
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For planners, venues and organisers
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.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Occasions we serve in Snargate
People book a chip van because it’s food and a bit of fun at once. The hatch becomes a meeting point, and the food is hot and plentiful.
Whatever the occasion in Snargate, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are frequently booked for:
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Work Christmas parties
- Summer garden parties
- Staff lunches and team days
Churches such as Church of St Dunstan rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by generally does.
What your quote should include
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Whether there’s a minimum
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- How much space the van takes up
What comes out of the fryer
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Planning a chip van in Snargate
Snargate is about 8 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. Anywhere in TN29, we can fry fresh for your guests. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 21 miles away.
Coming by train? The nearest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 1.1 miles north-west.
Wherever your event is in TN29, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Short Lane and Snargate Lane; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Brenzett (1 mile south-east), Ivychurch (2 miles east), Kenardington (3 miles north-west), Hamstreet (3 miles north) and Ruckinge (4 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Ashford (8 miles north), Folkestone (15 miles east), Hythe (11 miles east), Hawkinge (15 miles north-east), Tenterden (7 miles north-west) and Cheriton (14 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (1.6 miles south-east) and Romney 'castle' (3.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Snargate includes Orlestone Forest.
- Pubs nearby include Red Lion pub (under half a mile south)
Other occasions in Snargate
Why choose a fish and chip van in Snargate?
Next to 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. We set ours out clearly.
What you get with us
- Quick service from the hatch
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Space, access and the venue
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- 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