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Fish and chip van hire in Throwley Forstal, Kent
Planning a fish and chip van in Throwley Forstal? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Milestone birthday parties
- Work Christmas parties
- Evening wedding food
Fish and chip van hire for Throwley Forstal events
How our fish and chip van hire works in Throwley Forstal
The van needs no kitchen, no hall and no crockery. It needs a level, firm spot to park and a clear way in, which suits drives, yards, car parks and firm lawns. We serve curry sauce, cod and chips and mushy peas, and we are frequently booked for festive get-togethers and company team days.
In a rural place like Throwley Forstal, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Let us know about access and ground conditions. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
Throwley Forstal questions
Is Throwley Forstal too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What does it cost to hire the van?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan service around it.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Nearby places to Throwley Forstal
Also in Throwley Forstal
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Organising for someone else?
Hosting at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier for everyone.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
Throwley Forstal: venues, parking and local tips
Throwley Forstal is about 4 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Throwley Forstal and the surrounding area. Throwley Forstal is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Throwley Forstal to Canterbury (about 10 miles away).
Churches such as Church of St Michael and All Angels rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by usually does. For guests coming by train, Selling station is about 4.1 miles away. Throwley Forstal is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
We serve events across the ME13 postcode area and the streets around it. Other places close to Throwley Forstal we cover include Throwley (1 mile north), Badlesmere (1 mile east), Sheldwich (2 miles north-east), Sheldwich Lees (2 miles north-east) and The Valley (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (14 miles west), Ashford (8 miles south), Canterbury (10 miles east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-west), Whitstable (10 miles north-east) and Faversham (4 miles north).
A little further out are Newnham Castle (3 miles north-west).
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How long we serve
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The number of meals
- Parking and the way in
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Details that help
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the space and the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, the host gets to enjoy the day. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book our van in Throwley Forstal
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Something for guests to gather round
- No surprises in your quote
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
What happens on the day
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Throwley Forstal, sunset is around 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 3:50pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check availability and access and send a clear quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, park up and heat the fryers.
- We cook to order and serve hot at the time you chose.
- We pack up afterwards and leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Perfect for your event in Throwley Forstal
A fish and chip van suits almost any crowd, from children to grandparents. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Throwley Forstal and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Staff lunches and team days
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Christmas parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Nearby historic houses include Belmont House and Gardens (1.1 miles north). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early.
Questions to ask before booking
- The cancellation terms
- Allergen information for each item
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- What the price includes, item by item
- 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