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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Ulcombe
Bring the chip shop to your event in Ulcombe. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Company team days
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Gatherings after a funeral
A chip van near Ulcombe
Fish and chip van hire in Ulcombe, cooked to order
The van needs no kitchen, no hall and no crockery. All it needs is a level spot it can reach, which most drives, car parks and yards can offer. Popular choices include cod and chips, gravy and sausage and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater festive get-togethers and wakes and gatherings after a funeral.
In a rural place like Ulcombe, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Let us know about access and ground conditions. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
Planning a chip van in Ulcombe
Ulcombe is about 6 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. People in Ulcombe book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Ulcombe is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Ulcombe to Canterbury (about 19 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Ulcombe are Leeds Castle (2.5 miles north) and Stoneacre (3.9 miles north-west). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one. If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Ulcombe Church of England Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. Ulcombe is within about 4 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
Wherever your event is in ME17, we can fry fresh for your guests. From The Street and Chapmans Place or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Other places close to Ulcombe we cover include Fairbourne Heath (1 mile north-east), Eastwood (1 mile south-east), Kingswood (1 mile north-west), Chartway Street (1 mile north-west) and Broadstone (1 mile south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (6 miles north-west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-east), Faversham (13 miles north-east), Kings Hill (11 miles west) and Davington (13 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Sutton Valence Castle (2 miles west) and The Dog Collar Museum (2.3 miles north).
- Pubs nearby include The Harrow Public House (less than half a mile south)
Step by step
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Each piece of fish is battered and fried to order, and chips are fried in batches through service. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Ulcombe, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 3:50pm.
- We start with a few details 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.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Give us a contact for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
Get 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 use our quote form.
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Ulcombe questions
Is Ulcombe too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you serve after a service at All Saints Church?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
Can you feed a lot of people?
Often, yes. Give us your numbers and service time, and we’ll plan it with you.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is usually simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
What happens when we hire the van?
We arrive with the van, cook fresh on site, and serve at the time you want.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Occasions we serve in Ulcombe
It suits relaxed, sociable events, where people can wander up when they’re ready.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Festive get-togethers
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Garden get-togethers
For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Harrietsham station, roughly 2.5 miles north-east of the centre.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- The cancellation terms
- A clear list of what’s included
- The service time, and the cost of running over
For planners, venues and organisers
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A cold buffet is simple, but food sits out, and nothing’s hot on a cool evening. A chip van cooks to order and serves hot. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your event.
What you get with us
- Quick service from the hatch
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- No surprises in your quote
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Space, access and the venue
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A spot near your guests
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
The menu, dish by dish
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Fewer choices mean faster service
- Plan bins near the queue
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
Once everyone is fed, we pack up.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
What affects the price in Ulcombe
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The number of meals
- The length of service
- Access and parking
- The minimum booking
The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Where the van would park
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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More for events in Ulcombe
- 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