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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Stowting Common
Fish and chip van hire in Stowting Common: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Birthday celebrations
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Summer garden parties
Fish and chip van hire in Stowting Common
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
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 work through them with you.
How our fish and chip van hire works in Stowting Common
Because the cooking is in the van, the weather doesn’t stop us. It’s a dependable choice for events in any season. We serve curry sauce, haddock and chips and mushy peas, and we are frequently booked for wakes and gatherings after a funeral and evening wedding food.
For a rural spot like Stowting Common, the setting does plenty of the work. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu.
How the day works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can get on with your event in Stowting Common. Late September evenings in Stowting Common lose the light at about 7:00pm, and in December it is nearer 3:50pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Ask for a quote
Planning a fish and chip van in Stowting Common? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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Planning a chip van in Stowting Common
Stowting Common is about 6 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. Bookings in Stowting Common come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our bookings stretch from Stowting Common to Canterbury (about 9 miles away).
PTAs at schools such as Stowting Church of England Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. For anyone arriving by rail, Westenhanger station, about 3.7 miles south, is the nearest station. Stowting Common is within about 4 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans. Stowting Common is within about 6 miles of the sea, so fish and chips feels right at home here. Sea breezes can be strong, so we think about where the queue will stand.
We serve events across the TN25 postcode area and the streets around it. Local streets include Brabourne Lane and Stowting Hill; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. We also bring the van to events in Stowting (1 mile south), Hemsted (1 mile south-east), Skeete (2 miles south-east), Woodland (2 miles south-east) and Rhodes Minnis (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (7 miles west), Canterbury (9 miles north), Dover (12 miles east), Folkestone (7 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles north) and Faversham (13 miles north-west).
A little further out are William Harvey Hospital (5.1 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Hatch Park and Tolsford Hill.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Stowting Common?
With a barbecue, somebody ends up cooking all afternoon. With a van, the host gets to enjoy the day. Larger groups generally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why book our van in Stowting Common
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Quick service from the hatch
- No surprises in your quote
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Other occasions in Stowting Common
Events we cater in Stowting Common
It needs no kitchen, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where plated meals are hard.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Stowting Common and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Staff lunches and team days
- Christmas parties
- Garden get-togethers
Parks such as Spong Wood usually need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first.
Comparing caterers
- Payment terms and deposit
- VAT, if it applies
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Any minimum charge
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
The fryers take a little while to heat, so we get there in good time. If plans change, tell us and we’ll adjust.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
Questions from Stowting Common
Can you serve near the sea around Stowting Common?
Yes. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
What’s the nearest station to Stowting Common?
Westenhanger station, about 3.7 miles south of the centre.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
What can guests choose from?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Children normally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do.
What affects the price in Stowting Common
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- How far we travel
- How long we serve
- Access and parking
- Numbers
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Details that help
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The venue or postcode
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can use our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie 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