Kent · England
Fish and chip van hire in Woodlands, Kent
Bring the chip shop to your event in Woodlands. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Summer garden parties
Fresh fish and chips in Woodlands
About our fish and chip van hire in Woodlands
We keep the menu to the classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. A short menu keeps the food fresh and the queue moving. We serve gravy, cod and chips and pie and chips, and we’re frequently booked for big birthdays and company team days.
In a rural place like Woodlands, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Let us know about access and ground conditions. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Where the van can park in Woodlands
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 you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Pie and chips
Step by step
Serving is straightforward: everything is handed over hot from the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. In Woodlands, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening events are normally served in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm, 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.
- 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.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Share the timings for the day
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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Events we cater in Woodlands
Hot food on a cold or wet day is hard to beat, and the van keeps frying whatever the weather.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Christmas parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Staff thank-you lunches
For guests coming by train, Kemsing station is about 1.8 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- If the price includes VAT
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How allergens are handled
What a fish and chip van costs
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Your choice of menu
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Service time
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Larger groups usually cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the van would park
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can use our quote form.
Fish and chip van hire around Woodlands
Woodlands is about 4 miles north-east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. In and around Woodlands, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages in Kent. We serve events right across the region, from Woodlands to London (19 miles away).
A green space like Kemsing Down is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, generally the council’s. Among the historic houses close to Woodlands are Lullingstone Castle (3.2 miles north-west) and Knole House (4.3 miles south-west). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you are booking one. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Woodlands. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
For events in TN15, we just need to know where the van can park. Close by, we cover events in Cotman's Ash (1 mile south-west), Knatts Valley (1 mile north), Romney Street (1 mile north-west), East Hill (1 mile north) and Heaverham (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles east), Dartford (8 miles north), Sevenoaks (4 miles south-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (9 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Sevenoaks Hospital (3.3 miles south-west) and Kemsing Castle Bank (1.4 miles south-west).
- Local pubs include The Rising Sun pub (0.5 miles south-west)
Woodlands: your questions answered
Do you come 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 follow the site rules.
Which station is closest to Woodlands?
Kemsing station, about 1.8 miles south of the centre.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
It’s a full meal on its own. You can add your own desserts if you like.
What is fish and chip van hire?
We bring the van to your event, set up, heat the fryers and cook to order, serving from the hatch at the time you choose.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Towns and villages near Woodlands
What else we do in Woodlands
A chip van compared with other options
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and generally costs more per head. A fish and chip van needs a level spot and permission to park. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why book with us
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- No surprises in your quote
- A menu almost everyone likes
DIY versus a fish and chip 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.
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.
Food your guests will love
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
- 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