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Party Fish and Chip Van for Broad Ford events
We bring a fish and chip van for your party to Broad Ford and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Milestone birthdays
- Children’s parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
Party fish and chip van in Broad Ford
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For a relaxed celebration, a chip van is hard to beat. There is 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 Broad Ford hosts choose us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- No surprises in your quote
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Read our prices page or the cost guide.
Party fish and chip van in Broad Ford, cooked to order
The van can park on a drive, a hardstanding or a firm lawn, with the serving hatch towards the garden. Whether it’s family parties with children and christenings and naming days, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, haddock and chips and pie and chips.
In a small place like Broad Ford, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll plan the route. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
How it works
The first sign we have arrived is generally the smell, about the time the first guests wander across. After that, it is a steady flow to the hatch. A summer party in Broad Ford stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your party. Start with your date, and we will check availability right away.
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Towns and villages near Broad Ford
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Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers.
Broad Ford parties: what to know
Broad Ford is about 8 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Whether your party is in the middle of Broad Ford or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We serve all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 29 miles away.
Parks such as The Gill generally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. After a christening at a church like Church of St Margaret, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends. Broad Ford is within about 5 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Wherever your party is in TN12, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. For parties just outside Broad Ford, we cover Capel Cross (1 mile north), Brandfold (1 mile east), Smallbridge (1 mile south-west), Horsmonden (1 mile north-west) and Hazel Street (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles north), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles west), Tonbridge (9 miles north-west), Kings Hill (10 miles north) and Foley Park (11 miles north).
A little further out are Old Scotney Castle (3.1 miles south-west) and Finchcocks Musical Museum (2.1 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Bewl Water.
- Local pubs include The Gun And Spitroast Public House And Rear Courtyard (0.9 miles north-west)
Who books party fish and chip van in Broad Ford?
No washing up, no cold buffet to throw away, which makes the morning after much easier.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Broad Ford and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Milestone birthdays
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Engagement parties
- Summer garden parties
For party guests on the train, Marden station is about 3.6 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Allergen information for each item
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- What the price includes, item by item
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Broad Ford
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is Broad Ford too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Can you do something for the children?
Most children go for sausage and chips. Tell us how many children to expect.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
How do you handle allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Numbers
- The day of the week
- The length of service
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many people, including children
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the party.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Count children separately
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Make sure the van can park legally
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
With children, food about an hour in works well.
Your own cake makes the perfect finish.
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- A short walk from the party
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Broad Ford
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- 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