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Party Fish and Chip Van for Aldington Frith events
Party fish and chip van in Aldington Frith: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Family parties with children
- Summer garden parties
- Birthday parties
Party fish and chip van in Aldington Frith
Planning the van’s spot
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
About our party fish and chip van in Aldington Frith
A chip van works for birthdays, garden parties and family celebrations. It is food every generation enjoys. Whether it’s milestone birthdays and family reunions, we’ll put together a menu of gravy, curry sauce and haddock and chips.
Near Aldington Frith, parties are often in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the route. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do before you book.
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Planners, venues and businesses
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Looking after everyone
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Check the street’s parking rules
After service, we pack up and leave the drive tidy.
Put the menu up by the van.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Events we cater in Aldington Frith
Fresh food beats a tired buffet.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Aldington Frith book the van for occasions like:
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Birthday parties
A green space like Poulton Wood is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, generally the council’s.
Comparing caterers
- What happens if plans change
- VAT, if it applies
- Payment terms and deposit
- How allergens are handled
A chip van compared with other options
A takeaway order for a party takes ages and arrives lukewarm. A van fries on the spot. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why Aldington Frith hosts choose us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- No kitchen needed
- A clear quote before you book
- A van that becomes part of the event
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. Sunset in Aldington Frith is about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June. After dark, light the area around the van.
- It starts with your date, address and numbers.
- You get an access check and a clear price.
- We arrive, park on the drive or agreed spot and set up.
- We serve hot from the hatch while the party carries on.
- Afterwards, we clear up and leave you to it.
Preparing for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Getting a price
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Parties in Aldington Frith: homes, halls and local tips
Aldington Frith is about 4 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. Around Aldington Frith, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground, close to your guests. We take the van to 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Aldington Frith to Canterbury (about 15 miles away).
For party guests on the train, Ham Street station is about 3.3 miles away. Nearby historic houses include Westenhanger Castle (5 miles east). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Aldington Frith, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
For parties in TN25, we just need to know where the van can park. Whether your party is on Frith Road, Bourne Road and Priory Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. If your venue is just outside Aldington Frith, we also cover Bonnington (1 mile south-east), Clap Hill (1 mile east), Aldington (1 mile east), Stonestreet Green (1 mile east) and Postling Green (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (4 miles north-west), Canterbury (15 miles north-east), Folkestone (11 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north), Hythe (7 miles east) and Preston (15 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Ashford Designer Outlet (3.4 miles north-west) and Lympne Castle (4.9 miles east). Open spaces near Aldington Frith include Hatch Park.
Questions from Aldington Frith
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.
Is Aldington Frith close to London?
Roughly 52 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Do you do street parties?
Frequently, yes. Start the road closure application early.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
- 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