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Fish and chip van for parties in Hicks Forstal, Kent
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Party fish and chip van in Hicks Forstal.
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Family parties with children
- Retirement celebrations
Fresh fish and chips in Hicks Forstal
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
Buffets are simple but rarely memorable. The van becomes part of the party. The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book our van in Hicks Forstal
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- A clear quote before booking
- A menu almost everyone likes
- All the chip-shop extras
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
How our party fish and chip van works in Hicks Forstal
The queue at the hatch gets people mixing, which is what a party is all about. For family reunions and leaving parties, we’ll put together a menu of gravy, haddock and chips and cod and chips for your guests.
A country party near Hicks Forstal is perfect for fish and chips: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the party.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Confirmation that the van can park there
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
Parties in Hicks Forstal: homes, halls and local tips
Hicks Forstal is about 2 miles south of Herne Bay, in Kent. Hicks Forstal is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Hicks Forstal is one of 922 places in Kent we cover.
Thinking of using Curtis Wood? Parks typically need the owner’s permission, often the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade. Near the coast, within about 3 miles, a fish and chip van feels like a trip to the seaside, and we always plan for wind.
Wherever your party is in CT3, we can bring the van to you. For parties just outside Hicks Forstal, we cover Calcott (1 mile south-west), Herne Common (1 mile north), Knave's Ash (1 mile east), Herne (1 mile north) and Bullockstone (1 mile north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (4 miles south-west), Margate (12 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (13 miles east) and Whitstable (4 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include St Martins Hospital (3.9 miles south) and Canterbury Castle (4.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hicks Forstal include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
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About the food
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and it is a favourite with children.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips.
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your party. At midsummer, it’s light in Hicks Forstal until about 9:15pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- First, tell us about your party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Clear the route for the van
- Give us a contact for the day
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Perfect for your party in Hicks Forstal
You do not need a venue: a drive or firm lawn is enough.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Hicks Forstal and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Leaving parties
- Children’s parties
- Street parties
- Birthday parties
Guests arriving by train should know that Sturry station, about 2.2 miles south, is the nearest station.
Before booking anyone
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- When payment is due
- VAT, if it applies
- How allergens are handled
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Service time
- The menu and how many choices
- The day of the week
- How far we travel
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We’ll send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The venue or postcode
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Hicks Forstal? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Hicks Forstal questions
How far is Hicks Forstal from London?
About 54 miles from central London.
Could you trade in Curtis Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
How far ahead should we book a party?
Summer Saturdays book up first, so it pays to ask early.
What does the van need?
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 can guests choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
Organising for someone else?
Hosting at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
- 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