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Party Fish and Chip Van in Chitty
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your party turns food into part of your party in Chitty.
- Children’s parties
- Big birthdays
- Street parties
Party fish and chip van for Chitty events
Chitty questions
Is Chitty close to London?
Roughly 57 miles from the centre of London.
Could you trade in Grove Ferry Picnic Area?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first.
How early do summer dates go?
Summer weekends go first. Ask about your date.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options.
Can the van come to Chitty?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Chitty and across Kent. Send us your date to check availability.
What can guests choose from?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
What do you need at the house?
Let us know about power and water at the house, and we’ll say what we need.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is typically simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
About our party fish and chip van in Chitty
Sausage and chips covers the children and anyone who does not want fish, so nobody needs a separate meal. Typical bookings include street parties and neighbourhood events and leaving parties, serving curry sauce, mushy peas and haddock and chips.
In a small place like Chitty, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Party venues around Chitty
Chitty is about 4 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. From the centre of Chitty to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Chitty is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Chitty to Canterbury (about 7 miles away).
If you had Grove Ferry Picnic Area in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans can’t simply park up and serve in a public park. If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Herne Bay station, about 4 miles north-west. Near the coast, within about 4 miles, a fish and chip van feels like a trip to the seaside.
Parties anywhere in CT3 start with a parking spot for the van. Other places close to Chitty we cover include Chislet (1 mile west), Hollow Street (1 mile south-west), Boyden Gate (1 mile north-west), Old Tree (1 mile west) and Highstead (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (7 miles south-west), Margate (9 miles east), Dover (14 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles east), Broadstairs (10 miles east) and Whitstable (7 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find St Martins Hospital (5.8 miles south-west). The countryside around Chitty includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
The process
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we’ve agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. For a late-May party in Chitty, sunset is around 8:45pm; at midsummer it is about 9:15pm. After dark, light the area around the van.
- It starts with your date, address and numbers.
- We check where the van can park and send a price.
- We arrive, park on the drive or agreed spot and set up.
- We fry fresh and serve from the hatch as your guests come up.
- Afterwards, we clear up and leave you to it.
Preparing for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The menu and how many choices
- How many people are eating
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Chitty? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Planning the van’s spot
We will be honest if a spot won’t work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Confirmation that the van can park there
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
Who books party fish and chip van in Chitty?
It’s a real treat for guests, and it gets people talking.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Chitty book the van for occasions like:
- Retirement celebrations
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Street parties
- Big birthdays
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards.
Questions to ask before you book
- How much space the van takes up
- Whether VAT is included
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether there’s a minimum
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Let your neighbours know
We park on the agreed spot and set up, then serve as guests come up.
A gazebo by the hatch keeps the queue dry.
Towns and villages near Chitty
More for events in Chitty
Organising for someone else?
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
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.
- 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