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Fish and chip van for parties in Hartley, Kent
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your party in Hartley. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Engagement parties
- Big birthdays
- Street parties
Party fish and chip van in Hartley
About our party fish and chip van in Hartley
With a chip van, the host gets to enjoy the party too. The van parks, the fryers go on and the food goes out hot. Popular choices include mushy peas, sausage and chips and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for street parties and neighbourhood events and family parties with children.
Country parties near Hartley suit a chip van: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Party venues around Hartley
Hartley is about 8 miles south-east of Paddock Wood, in Kent. For parties in Hartley, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our bookings stretch from Hartley to Canterbury (28 miles away).
Parks such as Crane Valley typically need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. Hartley is within about 2 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cover parties in every part of TN17. We can serve a party on streets such as Hartley Road, Campion Crescent and Hartley Court Gardens, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Close by, we cover parties in Swattenden (1 mile east), Cranbrook (1 mile north-east), Baker's Cross (2 miles north-east), Gill's Green (2 miles south) and Beal's Green (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles west), Tonbridge (13 miles north-west), Kings Hill (14 miles north), Foley Park (14 miles north) and Paddock Wood (8 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Benenden Hospital (4.7 miles east) and Sissinghurst Castle (3.8 miles north-east).
What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The date and time of year
- How far we travel
- The minimum booking
- Your choice of menu
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your party.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The venue or postcode
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Your date and serving time
Each quote is put together for your party. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability right away.
A chip van compared with other options
For a relaxed celebration, a chip van is hard to beat. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What you get with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Events in Hartley and across Kent
See our pricing or the cost guide.
Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- A picture of the parking spot helps
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Mention the van to neighbours
We arrive, park up and heat the fryers, then serve as guests come up.
Put the menu up by the van.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Hartley?
Hot food beats a buffet that is been out for hours, especially as the evening cools.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Hartley and Kent:
- Naming days and christenings
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Family parties with children
Among the historic houses close to Hartley are Scotney Castle (4.4 miles west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
What to look for in a quote
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- What happens if plans change
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How much space the van takes up
For event organisers in Hartley
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Organising a club, school or community event in Hartley? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
The process
You’ll know we are ready when the smell of frying drifts over. After that, it is a steady flow to the hatch. Midsummer parties in Hartley stay bright until about 9:15pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:00pm. Plan lights for the drive and the queue if you’re eating late.
- We start with a few details about your party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Have a level parking spot ready
Get a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your party, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Also in Hartley
Questions from Hartley
How far is Hartley from London?
About 39 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Could you trade in Crane Valley?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them first.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
What areas do you cover?
We take the van across London and the South East, Kent included. See all areas.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we will reply with a price.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before you book.
The menu, dish by dish
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, perfect with chips or a sausage.
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.
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Gravy
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- 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