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Fish and chip van hire in Tonge, Kent
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van hire in Tonge.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Company team days
- Summer garden parties
Fish and chip van hire in Tonge
Fish and chip van hire in Tonge, fried fresh
Queuing at the hatch is half the experience. People gather, catch up and get their food straight from the fryer. We serve gravy, haddock and chips and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for garden get-togethers and staff thank-you lunches.
In a hamlet or village like Tonge, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
Places near Tonge
Other occasions in Tonge
Allergies and dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Fewer choices mean faster service
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
A short menu keeps service quick.
Somewhere to sit or lean makes fish and chips easier to eat.
How the day works
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and we serve hot from the hatch at the agreed time. Light matters for evening service: around Tonge, it stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, but by late December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- 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.
- 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.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Share the timings for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Takeaway run or book a van?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Where the van can park in Tonge
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A short walk from the party
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Tonge
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
Tonge: venues, parking and local tips
Tonge is about 2 miles east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We cover Tonge as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Tonge is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
For a fundraiser at a school like Sittingbourne Community College, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school. Thinking of using Milton Creek Country Park? Parks typically need the owner’s permission, frequently the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade.
Wherever your event is in ME9, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Close by, we cover events in Tonge Corner (1 mile south), Milton Regis (1 mile west), Murston (1 mile south-west), Radfield (1 mile south) and Kemsley (2 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (12 miles south-west), Ashford (15 miles south), Canterbury (14 miles east), Whitstable (11 miles east), Faversham (5 miles south-east) and Herne Bay (15 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (2.1 miles west) and Castle Rough (1.3 miles north-west).
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Tonge
Is Tonge too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Tonge from London?
Roughly 39 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Do you have allergen information?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
Can you feed plenty of people?
Often, yes. Give us your numbers and service time, and we will tell you honestly how service will work.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For food that suits almost everyone, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why book our van in Tonge
- We cover Tonge and the whole of Kent
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A quote that spells everything out
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Tonge?
A van is food and an occasion in one. The hatch becomes a meeting point, and the food is hot and plentiful.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Tonge book the van for events such as:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Summer garden parties
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
After a service at Church of St Giles, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house.
Questions to ask before booking
- How many hours the van serves
- Allergen information for each item
- VAT, if it applies
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- 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