Kent · England
Fish and chip van for parties in Hawkinge, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van for your party to Hawkinge and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Children’s parties
- Birthday parties
- Leaving parties
Party fish and chip van for Hawkinge events
Party fish and chip van in Hawkinge, cooked to order
Everything is cooked as people come up, not left out on a table for hours. Popular choices include pie and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas, and we’re frequently booked for birthday parties and street parties and neighbourhood events.
In a place like Hawkinge, a party at home is normally the easiest option. Let us know how the van reaches the house, and we will do the rest. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Lighting nearby for evening events
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
Takeaway run or book a 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.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
For event organisers in Hawkinge
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.
Hosting at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
Step by step
The van turns up at the agreed time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts right on schedule. In Hawkinge, 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 are eating late.
- It starts with your date, address and numbers.
- We check access for the van and send a quote.
- On the day we arrive, park up and heat the fryers.
- Guests come up to the hatch and we fry to order.
- We pack up when we’re done and leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure the van can get in
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Have a level parking spot ready
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
FAQs for Hawkinge
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
How far is Hawkinge from London?
About 60 miles from central London.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
What do children eat?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Parties in Hawkinge: homes, halls and local tips
Hawkinge is about 2 miles north of Folkestone, in Kent. For a party in Hawkinge, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Hawkinge is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 12 miles away.
For party guests on the train, Folkestone West station is about 2 miles away. Historic houses near Hawkinge include Acrise Place (2 miles north-west). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler. Hawkinge is within about 4 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop. Near the coast, within about 3 miles, a fish and chip van feels like a trip to the seaside.
This part of Kent takes in CT18, so your party can be anywhere in it. From The Street, Spitfire Way and Waddington Drive or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. For parties just outside Hawkinge, we cover Densole (1 mile north), Old Hawkinge (1 mile east), Arpinge (1 mile south-west), Swingfield Minnis (2 miles north) and Selsted (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (6 miles east), Deal (12 miles north-east), Hythe (4 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (6 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Victoria Hospital (2 miles south) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (2.1 miles south-west). The countryside around Hawkinge includes Cheriton Hill.
- Nearby schools include Turner Free School (1.6 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find The Mayfly pub (within half a mile south-east)
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Any minimum charge
- Service time
- Cod, haddock or both
- Access and parking
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Details that help
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rough numbers for adults and children
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Places near Hawkinge
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Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and it is a favourite with children.
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Mention the van to neighbours
- Confirm allergies by email
We park on the agreed spot and set up, and serve as the party carries on.
Seats or a few tables help people eat comfortably.
A chip van compared with other options
A takeaway order for a party takes ages and arrives lukewarm. A van fries on the spot. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book our van in Hawkinge
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Classic food your guests already know
- No kitchen needed
- Everything cooked to order at your event
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
- 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