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Party Fish and Chip Van for Hersden events
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your party in Hersden.
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Street parties
Fresh fish and chips in Hersden
About our party fish and chip van in Hersden
The queue at the hatch gets people mixing. On the menu are sausage and chips, pie and chips and curry sauce, and we’re often booked for kids’ birthday parties and summer garden parties.
Parties around Hersden are often relaxed garden affairs. A chip van fits right in. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Hersden parties: what to know
Hersden is about 4 miles south of Herne Bay, in Kent. From the centre of Hersden to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Hersden is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of All Saints, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. Near the coast, within about 5 miles, a fish and chip van feels like a trip to the seaside.
Anywhere in CT3, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include The Firs, The Sycamores and Chequer Tree Close, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Westbere (1 mile south-west), Stodmarsh (1 mile south-east), Hoath (1 mile north), Knave's Ash (1 mile north) and Sturry (2 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (4 miles south-west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south-east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Canterbury Castle (4.5 miles south-west) and St Martins Hospital (3.4 miles south-west). Within reach you will find West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Nearby schools include Spires Academy (0.5 miles west) and Frank Montgomery School (0.5 miles west)
- Nearby, you will find Ye Olde Yew Tree Inn (0.8 miles south-west)
FAQs for Hersden
What’s the nearest station to Hersden?
Sturry station, about 1.9 miles south-west of the centre.
Can you serve near the sea around Hersden?
Yes. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we will advise.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
For a relaxed celebration, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Hersden. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your party is.
Why book with us
- All the chip-shop extras
- Something for guests to gather round
- A menu almost everyone likes
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Hersden?
It works at home: a drive or a firm spot near the garden will do.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Hersden book the van for events such as:
- Big birthdays
- Anniversary celebrations
- Retirement parties
- Garden get-togethers
For party guests on the train, the nearest station is Sturry station, about 1.9 miles south-west.
Questions to ask before booking
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- If the price includes VAT
- Any minimum charge
- What the price includes, item by item
The process
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your party. Midsummer parties in Hersden stay bright 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.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Ensure the van can get in
Getting a price
Still finalising the details? No problem: tell us the basics about your party, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Count children separately
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Mention the van to neighbours
It is worth telling the neighbours.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Where the van can park in Hersden
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Numbers
- The menu and how many choices
- How easy the site is to reach
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Where the event is
- Expected numbers
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Where the van would park
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
About the food
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and children love it.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Places near Hersden
Also in Hersden
- 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