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Party Fish and Chip Van for Harbledown events
Party fish and chip van in Harbledown: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Christenings and naming days
- Garden get-togethers
- Retirement parties
Party fish and chip van in Harbledown
About our party fish and chip van in Harbledown
The queue at the hatch gets people mixing. Whether it’s family reunions and summer garden parties, we can cook sausage and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips for your guests.
Near Harbledown, parties are often in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. Timings are planned around your party, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Send us a photo of the drive
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
- Tell us how many children are coming
It’s worth telling the neighbours, or invite them.
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What happens on the day
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service. In Harbledown, 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 the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Clear the route for the van
- Let us know the serving time
Get a quote
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. To start, use our quote form.
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Harbledown parties: what to know
Harbledown is about 1 mile west of Canterbury, in Kent. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Harbledown. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
If the day starts at St Michael and All Angels Church or St Thomas of Canterbury Church, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives. Guests arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Canterbury West station, about 0.8 miles east. The coast is within about 6 miles, so a chip van is a natural choice.
For parties in CT2, we just need to know where the van can park. From Lanfranc Gardens, Mill Lane and Church Hill or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. If your venue is just outside Harbledown, we also cover Rough Common (1 mile north-west), Wincheap (1 mile south-east), Thanington (1 mile south), Upper Harbledown (1 mile west) and Canterbury (1 mile east). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (13 miles south-west), Dover (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles west), Folkestone (14 miles south), Whitstable (5 miles north) and Deal (15 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (0.9 miles east) and Sidney Cooper Museum (0.9 miles east). Open spaces near Harbledown include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Local schools include The Canterbury Academy (within half a mile south-east) and St Edmund's School (0.6 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Monument Inn (0.6 miles east)
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Ordering in for a crowd means long waits. A van fries on the spot. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your party.
Why us?
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- No kitchen needed
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Bookings across Kent, including Harbledown
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the party.
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
What affects the price in Harbledown
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Distance and any road charges
- Service time
- Whether a minimum applies
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The date and time of the event
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of where the van would go
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Send us the date, the address or CT2 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
If a spot isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you. The main points are:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Questions from Harbledown
Could you trade in Whitehall Meadows?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Can you serve near the sea around Harbledown?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your party and we’ll send a quote.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Will the van fit on our drive?
It depends on the drive and the access. Tell us about gates, slopes and overhead branches, and we will tell you honestly.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Harbledown.
How early do summer dates go?
Summer weekends go first. Get in touch with your date.
For event organisers in Harbledown
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
- 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