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Fish and chip van for parties in Daniel's Water, Kent
Looking for a fish and chip van for your party in Daniel's Water? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Family parties with children
- Family reunions
- Engagement parties
Book the van in Daniel's Water
About our party fish and chip van in Daniel's Water
Food is fried to order, so it’s hot and crisp, rather than sitting on a buffet table all afternoon. On the menu are haddock and chips, curry sauce and gravy, and we’re regularly asked to cater family reunions and engagement parties.
A country party near Daniel's Water is perfect for fish and chips: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu.
How it works
Here’s how the day usually runs: we arrive, park up and set up, the fryers heat up, and we serve hot from the hatch at the agreed time. In Daniel's Water, a June party has light 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 access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Let us know the serving time
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. To get started, fill in our quote form.
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Should I sort the food myself?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the party.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- A photo of the parking spot helps
- Make sure the van can park legally
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
Plan where the queue stands.
Bunting and festoon lights by the van make it part of the party.
Parties in Daniel's Water: homes, halls and local tips
Daniel's Water is about 3 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Whether your party is in the middle of Daniel's Water or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Daniel's Water is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 16 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Daniel's Water are Godinton House (2 miles north-east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first. Parks such as Ashford Community Woodland typically need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Daniel's Water, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Here we cover the TN26 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. We also bring the van to parties in Fleeden (1 mile south), Chilmington Green (1 mile south-east), Great Chart (1 mile east), Godinton (2 miles north-east) and Hothfield (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (15 miles north-west), Ashford (3 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north), Faversham (13 miles north), Hythe (13 miles east) and Davington (13 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include County Square (3.1 miles east) and Romden Castle (3.9 miles west). Open spaces near Daniel's Water include Orlestone Forest.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The minimum booking
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Numbers
- How far we travel
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and time of the event
- Dietary needs, with numbers
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Daniel's Water, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Planning the van’s spot
We’ll be honest if a spot won’t work. What matters most:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
Perfect for your party in Daniel's Water
With a van, the host gets to enjoy the party. And it is fun.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Naming days and christenings
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Birthday parties
For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Pluckley station, roughly 2.6 miles north-west of the centre.
Comparing caterers
- Whether there’s a minimum
- How allergens are handled
- Whether travel is included
- What the van needs: space, access, power
Questions from Daniel's Water
Is Daniel's Water too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
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 will work to whatever the site needs.
How much does a fish and chip van for your party cost in Daniel's Water?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Which areas do you serve?
We take the van across London and the South East, including Kent. See all areas.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
How far ahead should we book a party?
Summer weekends go first. Ask about your date.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Daniel's Water?
Ordering in for a crowd means long waits. A van fries on the spot. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We will send you a quote.
Why book our van in Daniel's Water
- A quote that spells everything out
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Organising for someone else?
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
- 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