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Fish and chip van for parties in Ashbank, Kent
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your party turns food into part of your party in Ashbank.
- Engagement parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Naming days and christenings
Planning an event in Ashbank?
Party fish and chip van in Ashbank, cooked to order
Food is fried to order, so it is hot and crisp, not left out on a table for hours. For anniversary celebrations and neighbourhood get-togethers, we will put together a menu of curry sauce, haddock and chips and mushy peas and more.
Near Ashbank, parties are often in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Planning a party in Ashbank
Ashbank is about 4 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. We take a fish and chip van for your party to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Ashbank and nearby villages. We take the van to 922 places in Kent. Our bookings stretch from Ashbank to Canterbury (20 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Hollingbourne station is about 1.1 miles away. If the day starts at St Nicholas's Church, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 2 miles of Ashbank, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For parties in ME17, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. From George Lane and Wykeham Grove or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. If your venue is just outside Ashbank, we also cover Leeds (1 mile south-west), Broomfield (1 mile south-east), Eyhorne Street (1 mile north-east), Chegworth (1 mile east) and Hollingbourne (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (4 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-east), Tonbridge (15 miles west), Faversham (12 miles east) and Minster (14 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find KIMS hospital (3.6 miles north-west) and The Dog Collar Museum (0.6 miles east). Open spaces near Ashbank include Detling Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The George Inn (within half a mile south-west)
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Distance and any road charges
- How long we serve
- Your choice of menu
- Any minimum charge
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where the event is
- A photo of the parking spot
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The date and time of the event
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Should I sort the food myself?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the party.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Ashbank?
A venue plus caterer can be expensive. A van on the drive keeps it simple. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book our van in Ashbank
- Events in Ashbank and across Kent
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Hot food handed straight over
- No surprises in your quote
Planning for dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- A photo of the parking spot helps
- Mention the van to neighbours
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Put allergy details in writing
Have bins and napkins by the van.
Bunting and festoon lights by the van make it part of the party.
What happens on the day
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. For a late-May party in Ashbank, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:15pm. After dark, light the area around the van.
- First, tell us about your party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Ask for a quote
Still finalising the details? That is fine: tell us the basics about your party, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
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What the van needs
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you contact us. In general, we need:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Ashbank
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
Common questions in Ashbank
What’s the nearest station to Ashbank?
The closest is Hollingbourne station, roughly 1.1 miles away.
How far is Ashbank from London?
About 35 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
Do you do street parties?
Frequently, yes. Start the road closure application early.
Do you bring everything you need?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
How much does a fish and chip van for your party cost in Ashbank?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we’ll reply with a price.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. We cook inside the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Working with your venue
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
About the food
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it is on the menu.
What else we do in Ashbank
- 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