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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Staplehurst
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van makes the food a highlight of your event in Staplehurst.
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Big birthdays
Book the van in Staplehurst
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We park, set up, fry and serve, and stay in touch about any changes.
A gazebo by the van keeps the queue dry.
About our fish and chip van hire in Staplehurst
Because the cooking is in the van, the weather doesn’t stop us. It is a dependable choice for events in any season. Whether it is evening wedding food and fish and chip days at care homes, we can cook cod and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce and more.
For a place the size of Staplehurst, your own drive is often the best spot: no hire fees, and fish and chips for everyone without anyone stuck in the kitchen. Tell us about access down the lane or drive. Timings are planned around your event, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and normally costs more per head. A van needs only a level spot and permission to park, and the food is cooked to order. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why book with us
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- All the chip-shop extras
- Events in Staplehurst and across Kent
- No surprises in your quote
See how we price or the cost guide.
Takeaway run or book a van?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. 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.
Space, access and the venue
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Staplehurst
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and it is a favourite with children.
Staplehurst questions
Which station is closest to Staplehurst?
Staplehurst has its own station: Staplehurst station.
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can the van come to Staplehurst?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Staplehurst. For a quote, use our quote form.
What is fish and chip van hire?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Staplehurst.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Which fish do you use?
Let us know which you’d prefer and we’ll confirm what we can offer.
How the day works
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Staplehurst, it stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 3:50pm.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- We arrive early, set up and get the fryers hot.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch at the agreed time.
- We pack up afterwards and leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Getting a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your event, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
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What a fish and chip van costs
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Parking and the way in
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Any minimum charge
- The menu and how many choices
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The address or venue name
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- A picture of the space and the way in
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
For event organisers in Staplehurst
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Having the party at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
Nearby places to Staplehurst
What else we do in Staplehurst
A fish and chip van in Staplehurst: local details
Staplehurst is about 7 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. For events in Staplehurst, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Staplehurst is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Staplehurst to Canterbury (about 24 miles away).
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Staplehurst School, can book the van as a food stall. If you are gathering after a service at a church like All Saints Church, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. Staplehurst is within about 5 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
Here we cover the TN12 postcode area. Your event could be at a house on Station Road, High Street and North Down or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Staplehurst we cover include Hawkenbury (1 mile north-east), Marden Thorn (2 miles west), Cross-at-Hand (2 miles north), Wanshurst Green (2 miles north-west) and Sinkhurst Green (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Maidstone (7 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles west), Tonbridge (12 miles west) and Kings Hill (10 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Brattle Farm Museum (1 mile south-west) and Sissinghurst Castle (3.7 miles south).
- Local pubs include The Railway Tavern (less than half a mile north)
- 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