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Fish and chip van for parties in Broad Oak, Kent
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your party in Broad Oak and the surrounding area.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
A chip van near Broad Oak
How the day works
Because we cook inside the van, rain does not stop us. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. A summer party in Broad Oak stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo 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.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
How to get a price
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can fill in our quote form.
Planning help
About our party fish and chip van in Broad Oak
We park on the drive or a firm spot near the party, with the hatch facing your guests. Whether it’s garden parties and summer get-togethers and family celebrations after a christening, we can cook gravy, sausage and chips and haddock and chips and more.
In a small place like Broad Oak, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. Everything is fried fresh at your party, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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.
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 typically simpler.
Planning the van’s spot
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A short walk from the party
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Broad Oak
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
What affects the price in Broad Oak
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Distance and any road charges
- Parking and the way in
- How long we serve
- The date and time of year
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We’ll send you a quote.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the event is
- Where the van would park
- Expected numbers
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Broad Oak parties: what to know
Broad Oak is about 2 miles north-east of Canterbury, in Kent. We take a fish and chip van for your party to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Broad Oak and nearby villages. Broad Oak is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van.
For guests coming by train, Sturry station is about 0.7 miles away. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as St Nicholas' Church, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. The coast is within about 5 miles, so a chip van is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
This part of Kent takes in CT2, and we can serve your party anywhere in it. We can serve a party on streets such as Porty Road, Madeleine Road and Dragon Way, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Sturry (1 mile east), Calcott (1 mile north), Westbere (2 miles east), Hicks Forstal (2 miles north-east) and Hersden (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Margate (13 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south-east), Ramsgate (13 miles east), Broadstairs (14 miles east), Whitstable (5 miles north-west) and Deal (14 miles south-east).
A little further out are St Martins Hospital (2.2 miles south) and Whitefriars Shopping Centre (2.6 miles south-west). Within reach you will find West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Local schools include Spires Academy (1.6 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include Royal Oak Public House (under half a mile north)
Also near Broad Oak
Also in Broad Oak
Occasions we serve in Broad Oak
Fresh food beats a tired buffet, especially as the evening cools.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Family parties with children
- Christenings and naming days
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
A green space like Chequer's Wood and Old Park is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, usually the council’s.
Comparing caterers
- When final numbers are due
- How many hours the van serves
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Travel, tolls and road charges
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. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Having the party at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Broad Oak?
A takeaway order for a party takes ages and arrives lukewarm. A van fries on the spot. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What you get with us
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Events in Broad Oak and across Kent
- Something for guests to gather round
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
- A picture of the parking spot helps
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
Put bins and napkins near the hatch.
A gazebo by the hatch keeps the queue dry.
Common questions in Broad Oak
Which station is closest to Broad Oak?
Sturry station, about 0.7 miles south-east of the centre.
Can you serve after a service at St Nicholas' Church?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is usually elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Do you have allergen information?
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.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
- 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