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Fish and chip van for parties in Clap Hill, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van for your party to Clap Hill and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
- Leaving parties
- Street parties
- Children’s parties
Party fish and chip van in Clap Hill
Working with your venue
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Having the party at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
About our party fish and chip van in Clap Hill
A chip van also works for street parties, once the council has agreed the road closure. For birthday parties and family reunions, we can cook gravy, haddock and chips and curry sauce.
Country parties near Clap Hill suit a chip van: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
The menu, dish by dish
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Clap Hill questions
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Clap Hill from London?
About 53 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Normally, if it’s firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
When should we book for a summer party?
Summer weekends go first. Contact us with your date.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we’ll confirm the rest.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so it is fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Can you do something for the children?
Sausage and chips, normally. Tell us how many children to expect.
Clap Hill parties: what to know
Clap Hill is about 4 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. From the centre of Clap Hill to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We serve all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Ham Street station, about 4.1 miles south-west, is the nearest station. Among the historic houses close to Clap Hill are Westenhanger Castle (4.1 miles east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Clap Hill, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Wherever your party is in TN25, we can bring the van to you. We also bring the van to parties in Aldington (1 mile south-east), Stonestreet Green (1 mile east), Bonnington (1 mile south-west), Aldington Frith (1 mile west) and Postling Green (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (4 miles north-west), Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Folkestone (10 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north), Hythe (6 miles east) and Preston (15 miles north).
A little further out are Lympne Castle (4.1 miles south-east) and William Harvey Hospital (3.3 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Hatch Park.
- Pubs nearby include Walnut Tree Inn (less than half a mile south-east)
Places near Clap Hill
Other occasions in Clap Hill
Space, access and the venue
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Access wide and high enough for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
Should I sort the food myself?
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Step by step
Because we cook inside the van, rain does not stop us. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. Autumn and winter parties in Clap Hill get dark early: about 7:00pm in late September and 3:50pm in December, so think about lighting by the van.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Clear the route for the van
Get a quote
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.
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What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The number of meals
- How long we serve
- The date and time of year
- The menu and how many choices
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Where the event is
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Your date and serving time
- Roughly how many people, including children
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Clap Hill?
Ordering in for a crowd means long waits. A van fries on the spot. The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
What you get with us
- Events in Clap Hill and across Kent
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Quick service from the hatch
- No surprises in your quote
See our pricing and the cost guide.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Clap Hill?
It suits all ages, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Birthday parties
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Family reunions
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
If you had Poulton Wood in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans can’t simply park up and serve in a public park.
What to look for in a quote
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Allergen information for each item
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- 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