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Fish and chip van hire in Uplees, Kent
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 Uplees.
- Big birthdays
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Community events and fairs
Planning an event in Uplees?
How it works
We need a level, firm place to park the van, near your guests, and we agree exactly where before the day. By late September, sunset in Uplees is around 7:00pm, and in December it’s nearer 3:50pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Share the timings for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
How to get a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Uplees? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning help
About our fish and chip van hire in Uplees
The queue at the hatch is part of the fun. People gather, catch up and get their food straight from the fryer. We’re frequently asked to cater summer garden parties and village fêtes and school fairs, serving sausage and chips, pie and chips and mushy peas.
Somewhere as small as Uplees, a field, yard or drive is often the spot. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm ground matters more than anything. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Perfect for your event in Uplees
It suits relaxed, sociable events, where people can wander up when they’re ready.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Work Christmas parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Milestone birthday parties
Parks such as Oare Marshes usually need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first.
Questions to ask before you book
- If the price includes VAT
- How many hours the van serves
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Travel, tolls and road charges
For event organisers in Uplees
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: 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.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Planning a chip van in Uplees
Uplees is about 2 miles north of Faversham, in Kent. Whether your event is in the middle of Uplees or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 10 miles away.
After a service at Church of St Peter, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house. PTAs at schools such as Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School often look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
For events in ME13, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. We also bring the van to events in Oare (1 mile south-east), Four Oaks (2 miles south-west), Davington (2 miles south), The Brents (2 miles south-east) and Deerton Street (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (14 miles south), Canterbury (10 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (6 miles west), Whitstable (7 miles east), Herne Bay (12 miles east) and Minster (6 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Newnham Castle (4.9 miles south-west).
- Pubs nearby include Three Mariners Inn (1 mile south-east)
Uplees questions
Which station is closest to Uplees?
The closest is Faversham station, roughly 2.4 miles away.
Is Uplees too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Is fish and chips enough as a meal?
It is a full meal on its own. Many hosts add their own desserts or cake.
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan service around it.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Nearby places to Uplees
More for events in Uplees
Planning for dietary needs
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
- Plan bins near the queue
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier for everyone.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A short walk from the party
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
How we price a fish and chip van
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Distance and any road charges
- The day of the week
- Your choice of menu
- Whether a minimum applies
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The address or venue name
- A picture of where the van would go
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Expected numbers
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Next to a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which helps if some guests do not eat pork. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Why Uplees hosts choose us
- Events in Uplees and across Kent
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A quote that spells everything out
- Classic food your guests already know
- 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