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Fish and chip van for parties in Chart Sutton, Kent
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your party in Chart Sutton and the surrounding area.
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Christenings and naming days
A chip van near Chart Sutton
Where the van can park in Chart Sutton
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A spot near your guests
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
Party fish and chip van in Chart Sutton, fried fresh
Food is fried to order, so it is hot and crisp, not left out on a table for hours. Whether it is family parties with children and garden parties and summer get-togethers, we can cook cod and chips, curry sauce and gravy and more.
Near Chart Sutton, parties are often in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your party, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the party.
Party venues around Chart Sutton
Chart Sutton is about 3 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Anywhere in ME17, we can fry fresh for your guests. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages in Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 22 miles away.
Historic houses near Chart Sutton include Stoneacre (2 miles north) and Leeds Castle (3.2 miles north-east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler. If the day starts at Church of St Michael, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Chart Sutton, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Parties anywhere in ME17 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Streets in the area include Plough Wents Road, Amber Lane and Marsham Crescent, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. If your venue is just outside Chart Sutton, we also cover Wierton (1 mile south-west), Five Wents (1 mile east), Warmlake (1 mile east), Langley (1 mile north-east) and Sutton Valence (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (3 miles north-west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west), Tonbridge (13 miles west) and Faversham (15 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include KIMS hospital (4.4 miles north) and The Dog Collar Museum (3.1 miles north-east).
- Schools near Chart Sutton include Senacre Technology College (1.3 miles north) and Cornwallis Academy (2.4 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Plough Inn (0.9 miles east)
Who books party fish and chip van in Chart Sutton?
It feels like a treat, and it gets people talking.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Chart Sutton book the van for occasions like:
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Summer garden parties
- Street parties
Guests arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Bearsted station, about 3.6 miles north.
Questions to ask before you book
- Allergen information for each item
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payment is due
How it works
You’ll know we are ready when the smell of frying drifts over. After that, it’s a steady flow to the hatch. Midsummer parties in Chart Sutton stay bright until about 9:15pm, while a late-September one is dark by about 7:00pm. Plan lights for the drive and the queue if you’re eating late.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- The length of service
- How far we travel
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The menu and how many choices
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What we need to know
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- A photo of the parking spot
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the van would park
- The venue or postcode
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 check the date and send a price.
For event organisers in Chart Sutton
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and children love it.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Questions from Chart Sutton
Which station is closest to Chart Sutton?
Bearsted station, about 3.6 miles north of the centre.
Do you come 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 follow the site rules.
What happens if it rains?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Will the van fit on our drive?
Often, yes, with a level drive and a clear way in. Send a picture of the drive and the way in.
Towns and villages near Chart Sutton
More for events in Chart Sutton
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
- Tell us how many children are coming
For a children’s party, serve food about an hour in, before the cake.
Bunting and festoon lights by the van make it part of the party.
- 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