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Party Fish and Chip Van for Dunkirk events
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your party makes the food a highlight of your party in Dunkirk.
- Family reunions
- Summer garden parties
- Naming days and christenings
A chip van near Dunkirk
How our party fish and chip van works in Dunkirk
A chip van also works for street parties, with the right permissions in place. Popular choices include curry sauce, cod and chips and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for retirement parties and big birthdays.
Country parties near Dunkirk suit a chip van: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Dunkirk parties: what to know
Dunkirk is about 4 miles south-east of Faversham, in Kent. We take a fish and chip van for your party to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Dunkirk. Dunkirk is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van.
After a christening at a church like Christ Church, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends. A green space like Mount Ephraim Gardens is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, typically the council’s. Dunkirk is within about 8 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop. Near the coast, within about 6 miles, a fish and chip van feels like a trip to the seaside.
Wherever your party is in ME13, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include London Road and Courtenay Road, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Nearby, we also serve parties in Boughton under Blean (1 mile west), Winterbourne (1 mile south-west), Hickmans Green (1 mile west), Oversland (1 mile south-west) and South Street (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (12 miles south-west), Canterbury (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (11 miles west), Whitstable (5 miles north-east), Faversham (4 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (9 miles north-east).
A little further out are Chilham Castle (3.5 miles south) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (4.4 miles east). Open spaces near Dunkirk include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Local pubs include The Red Lion pub (0.5 miles east)
Where the van can park in Dunkirk
If a spot is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- A short walk from the party
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
What a fish and chip van costs
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- The minimum booking
- Numbers
- Your choice of menu
- Access and parking
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Expected numbers
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The address or venue name
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Dunkirk: your questions answered
Is Dunkirk close to London?
About 48 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Dunkirk?
The closest is Selling station, roughly 1.9 miles away.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we will confirm what we need.
Will the van fit on our drive?
It depends on the drive and the access. Mention anything tight, and we’ll advise.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Who books party fish and chip van in Dunkirk?
It suits all ages, so it’s ideal for family parties.
Whatever the occasion in Dunkirk, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re frequently booked for:
- Naming days and christenings
- Anniversary celebrations
- Children’s parties
- Garden get-togethers
For party guests on the train, the closest railway station is Selling station, roughly 1.9 miles south-west of the centre.
Comparing caterers
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Payment terms and deposit
- Any minimum charge
- What they can offer for dietary needs
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Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
How it works
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, we hold off cooking until you are ready, so nothing is cooked before it’s needed. In Dunkirk, a June party has light until about 9:15pm, while a late-September one is dark by about 7:00pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll 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.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Ask for a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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A chip van compared with other options
For a party that feels special but relaxed, a chip van is hard to beat. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why Dunkirk hosts choose us
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A van that becomes part of the event
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Working with your venue
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
- 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