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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Southfleet
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van in Southfleet and the surrounding area.
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Festive get-togethers
- Village fêtes and school fairs
Planning an event in Southfleet?
FAQs for Southfleet
How far is Southfleet from London?
Roughly 19 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you come out to small places like Southfleet?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is it a full meal?
Fish and chips is a meal in itself. You can add your own desserts if you like.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we will reply with a price.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we will confirm what we need.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.
Which fish do you use?
We serve cod and haddock; tell us which you’d like for your event.
How our fish and chip van hire works in Southfleet
Few meals are as universally loved as fish and chips. It’s why a chip van suits so many occasions. Popular choices include mushy peas, cod and chips and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for wakes and gatherings after a funeral and village fêtes and school fairs.
In a hamlet or village like Southfleet, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer before booking.
For event organisers in Southfleet
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Confirm allergies by email
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
A short menu keeps service quick, especially when everyone wants to eat at once.
Plan cover near the hatch if rain is possible.
Planning a chip van in Southfleet
Southfleet is about 2 miles south-west of Northfleet, in Kent. Give us the address of your event in Southfleet, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. We serve all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Southfleet to London (19 miles away).
Historic houses near Southfleet include Cobham College (3.6 miles south-east). Historic venues frequently limit vehicles, so ask early if you are booking one. Thinking of using Longfield Chalk Bank? Parks normally need the owner’s permission, frequently the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade.
We cover events in every part of the DA13 postcode area and the streets around it. We can serve an event on streets such as Red Street, Gloxinia Road and Brakefield Road, as long as there is somewhere for the van. We also bring the van to events in Hook Green (1 mile south-west), Northfleet Green (1 mile east), Betsham (1 mile north-west), Painters Ash (1 mile north-east) and Springhead (1 mile north). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (13 miles south-east), Dartford (5 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles south-west), Gravesend (3 miles north-east), Tonbridge (15 miles south) and Swanley (7 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Gravesham Community Hospital (2.7 miles north-east) and Bluewater (2.9 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find Sawyers Lake.
- Local schools include Northfleet School for Girls (1.3 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include Black Lion pub (less than half a mile south-west)
Perfect for your event in Southfleet
A van is food and an occasion in one. The hatch becomes a meeting point, and the food is hot and generous.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Southfleet, people book us for occasions like:
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Birthday celebrations
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Church of St Nicholas, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby.
What to look for in a quote
- The deposit and payment dates
- Allergen information for each item
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The van’s size and access needs
Places near Southfleet
What else we do in Southfleet
A fish and chip van or other catering?
If you want something everyone will enjoy, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice for your event in Southfleet. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
Why book with us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Quick service from the hatch
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Something for guests to gather round
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
The process
We get there well before service, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Guests generally gather round the hatch once service starts. In Southfleet, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:00pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 3:50pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Before we arrive
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
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Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
How we price a fish and chip van
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Your choice of menu
- The length of service
- The minimum booking
- The day of the week
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Details that help
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The venue or postcode
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
- 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