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Party Fish and Chip Van for Buttsole events
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Buttsole? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Summer garden parties
- Anniversary celebrations
- Big birthdays
Party fish and chip van in Buttsole
Party fish and chip van for your party in Buttsole
Guests who do not know each other end up chatting in the queue. We serve haddock and chips, curry sauce and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for street parties and family reunions.
Country parties near Buttsole suit a chip van: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Space, access and the venue
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
Events we cater in Buttsole
It feels like a treat.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Garden get-togethers
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Milestone birthdays
For party guests on the train, the nearest station is Sandwich station, about 2.5 miles north-east.
Questions to ask before booking
- The cancellation terms
- When final numbers are due
- How allergens are handled
- VAT, if it applies
About the food
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, great with chips and sausages.
Also near Buttsole
Other occasions in Buttsole
The process
You do not need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your party. We handle the cooking and serving. For a late-May party in Buttsole, sunset is around 8:45pm; at midsummer it is about 9:15pm. If the party runs past dark, the queue and the path to the van need light.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Share the timings for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can use our quote form.
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Common questions in Buttsole
Which station is closest to Buttsole?
The closest is Sandwich station, roughly 2.5 miles away.
Can the van park in Ham Fen?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Can the van park on my drive?
Generally, if the drive is level and firm and the van can get in. Send a photo of the drive and the way in.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is typically simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
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.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we will reply with a price.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Any minimum charge
- Distance and any road charges
- The day of the week
- Your choice of menu
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- A photo of the parking spot
- Any dietary needs and allergies
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Buttsole, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
For a relaxed celebration, a fish and chip van is a great choice. The cost per head typically 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.
Why Buttsole hosts choose us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Hot food handed straight over
- Classic food your guests already know
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Let your neighbours know
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
Plan where the queue stands if the van is on the drive.
Seats or a few tables help people eat comfortably.
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Hosting at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
Parties in Buttsole: homes, halls and local tips
Buttsole is about 4 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. For parties in Buttsole, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We take the van to 922 places in Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 10 miles away.
If you had Ham Fen in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans cannot simply park up and serve in a public park. After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary the Virgin, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends. Near the coast, within about 5 miles, a fish and chip van feels like a trip to the seaside.
Parties anywhere in CT13 and CT14 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Whether your party is on Mill Lane, Liss Road and High Street or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Nearby, we also serve parties in Eastry (1 mile north), Ham (1 mile east), Statenborough (1 mile north-east), Marley (2 miles east) and Felderland (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (10 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (7 miles south), Folkestone (12 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Precinct Toy Collection (2.8 miles north-east) and Sandown Castle (4.1 miles east). Open spaces near Buttsole include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Nearby schools include Sandwich Technology School (2 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Five Bells pub (less than half a mile north)
- 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