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Fish and chip van for parties in Chillenden, Kent
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your party in Chillenden.
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Engagement parties
Party fish and chip van for Chillenden events
About our party fish and chip van in Chillenden
With a chip van, the host gets to enjoy the party too. We park up, fry to order and hand it over hot. We’re frequently asked to cater retirement parties and garden parties and summer get-togethers, with haddock and chips, gravy and cod and chips.
A country party near Chillenden is perfect for fish and chips: 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.
Diets, allergies and planning
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
- Mention the van to neighbours
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
With children, food about an hour in works well, before the cake.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Ordering in for a crowd means long waits. A van fries on the spot. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why Chillenden hosts choose us
- Classic food your guests already know
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Hot food handed straight over
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Chillenden questions
Can you serve after a service at Church of All Saints?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Send us the address.
Is Chillenden too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Do you do street parties?
Frequently, yes. Start the road closure application early.
Do you take everything away?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
Can you park at our house?
Frequently, yes, with a level drive and a clear way in. Send us a photo and tell us about gates and branches.
What do you bring?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
Where the van can park in Chillenden
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
Step by step
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, park up and set up, the fryers heat up, and we serve hot from the hatch when you are ready to eat. Sunset in Chillenden drops to about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Give us a contact for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Numbers
- Your choice of menu
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
Larger groups usually cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Where the event is
- A picture of the parking spot
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the van would park
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Planning a party in Chillenden
Chillenden is about 6 miles west of Deal, in Kent. For parties in Chillenden, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Chillenden is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 8 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Aylesham station, about 1.9 miles west. A christening at Church of All Saints followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
Parties anywhere in CT3 start with a parking spot for the van. Other places close to Chillenden we cover include Goodnestone (1 mile north-west), Nonington (1 mile south-west), Heronden (2 miles east), Barnsole (2 miles north) and Hammill Park (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (7 miles south), Folkestone (11 miles south), Ramsgate (10 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (12 miles north-east).
Within reach you will find Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
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What else we do in Chillenden
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
- 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