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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Swift's Green events
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van in Swift's Green.
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Company team days
- Milestone birthday parties
Fresh fish and chips in Swift's Green
The process
The first sign we have arrived is usually the smell. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. Around midsummer it stays light in Swift's Green until about 9:15pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:00pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 3:50pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: tell us the basics about your event, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Swift's Green
There’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. It needs a level, firm spot to park and a clear way in, which suits drives, yards, car parks and firm lawns. For visits to care homes and day centres and wakes and gatherings after a funeral, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, pie and chips and haddock and chips for your guests.
In a hamlet or village like Swift's Green, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Swift's Green?
Everyone knows what they’re getting.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Swift's Green and Kent:
- Company team days
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Garden get-togethers
- Village fêtes and school fairs
For guests coming by train, Headcorn station, about 2.1 miles west, is the nearest station.
Before you book anyone
- The deposit and payment dates
- What happens if plans change
- Whether there is a minimum
- How late numbers can change
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
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 cooks in front of your guests instead.
FAQs for Swift's Green
What’s the nearest station to Swift's Green?
The closest is Headcorn station, roughly 2.1 miles away.
How far is Swift's Green from London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
It is a full meal on its own. You can add your own desserts if you like.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
It depends on numbers and timings. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
Tell us your preference when you book and we will confirm what we can offer.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
The menu, dish by dish
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and it is a favourite with children.
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce and it is on the menu.
Where the van can park in Swift's Green
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
Places near Swift's Green
Other occasions in Swift's Green
Organising for someone else?
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
A fish and chip van in Swift's Green: local details
Swift's Green is about 9 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Events in Swift's Green are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. We serve 922 places across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 19 miles away.
The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Swift's Green, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
We serve events across TN27. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Smarden Bell (1 mile south), Southernden (1 mile north), Smarden (1 mile south-east), Biddenden Green (1 mile south-east) and Monk's Hill (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (9 miles north-west), Ashford (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north), Faversham (14 miles north-east), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west) and Davington (14 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Kent Firefighting Museum (3.3 miles south-west) and Romden Castle (2.1 miles south-east).
- Pubs nearby include The Bell Inn (0.9 miles south)
What affects the price in Swift's Green
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Your choice of menu
- The date and time of year
- The length of service
- Any minimum charge
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
Details that help
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Expected numbers
- Your date and serving time
- The address or venue name
- A photo 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. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
A chip van compared with other options
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and nothing’s hot on a cool evening. A chip van cooks to order and serves hot. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your event is.
What you get with us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- No surprises in your quote
- Bookings across Kent, including Swift's Green
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
See how we price or the cost guide.
- 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