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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Studdal events
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van makes the food a highlight of your event in Studdal.
- Staff lunches and team days
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Evening wedding food
Fresh fish and chips in Studdal
How our fish and chip van hire works in Studdal
Fish and chip van hire means the chip shop comes to you. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray. Popular choices include mushy peas, cod and chips and sausage and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater evening wedding food and community events and fairs.
For a rural spot like Studdal, the setting does plenty of the work. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. We serve from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and there is nothing warming on a chilly day. A chip van cooks to order and serves hot. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
Why us?
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Something for guests to gather round
- Quick service from the hatch
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Common questions in Studdal
What about events near the coast?
Yes. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Do you come out to small places like Studdal?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
It can be. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will tell you honestly how service will work.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
It can be. A portion of fish, chips and peas is a proper meal.
Do you do anything other than fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before booking.
Bringing the van to Studdal
Studdal is about 4 miles north of Dover, in Kent. In and around Studdal, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. Studdal is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 12 miles away.
Historic houses near Studdal include Walmer Castle (4 miles east) and Goodnestone Park (5 miles north-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. If guests are travelling by rail, Martin Mill station, about 2.3 miles south-east, is the nearest station. Studdal is within about 5 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.
Anywhere in CT15, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your event is on Chapel Lane, Homestead Lane and Northdowns Close or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Ashley (1 mile south-west), East Studdal (1 mile north-east), West Langdon (1 mile south), Sutton (1 mile east) and Martin (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north), Dover (4 miles south), Folkestone (10 miles south-west), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Walmer Castle (4 miles east) and Dover Transport Museum (3.2 miles south).
Working with your venue
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Step by step
Nothing is cooked before it is needed. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, so it is as fresh as from any chip shop. Evenings in Studdal stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:00pm; after dark, the queue and the path to the van need good lighting.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Events we cater in Studdal
It is familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting.
Whatever the occasion in Studdal, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Christmas parties
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as East Studdal Church Hall, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby.
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The deadline for final numbers
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Have a back-up for anyone who can’t eat from the van
Fish and chips is at its best fresh from the fryer, so we cook as people come up to the hatch.
Somewhere to sit or lean makes fish and chips easier to eat.
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Service time
- Parking and the way in
- Any minimum charge
- The date and time of year
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Where the event is
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
Nearby places to Studdal
Also in Studdal
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A spot near your guests
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage 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