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Party Fish and Chip Van for Hinxhill events
We bring a fish and chip van for your party to Hinxhill and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Children’s parties
- Retirement parties
- Engagement parties
Planning an event in Hinxhill?
Party venues around Hinxhill
Hinxhill is about 3 miles east of Ashford, in Kent. From the centre of Hinxhill to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We serve 922 places in Kent. We serve events right across the region, from Hinxhill to Canterbury (about 11 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Ashford International station, about 2.4 miles west. After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends. Hinxhill is within about 3 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
This part of Kent takes in TN25 and TN24. Your party could be at a house on Hinxhill Road and Goodcheap Lane or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. For parties just outside Hinxhill, we cover Hinxhill Park (1 mile south-west), Sevington (1 mile south-west), Brook (2 miles north-east), Mersham (2 miles south) and Ridgeway (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (3 miles west), Canterbury (11 miles north-east), Folkestone (11 miles east), Whitstable (15 miles north), Faversham (12 miles north) and Hythe (8 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include William Harvey Hospital (0.7 miles west) and Ashford Designer Outlet (2.4 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Hatch Park.
- Schools near Hinxhill include The Norton Knatchbull School (1.7 miles west)
- Nearby, you will find The Blacksmith's Arms Public House (0.8 miles south-west)
Party fish and chip van in Hinxhill, fried fresh
Food is fried to order, so it is hot and crisp, rather than sitting on a buffet table all afternoon. We are often asked to cater street parties and neighbourhood events and garden get-togethers, serving gravy, haddock and chips and curry sauce.
Near Hinxhill, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the route. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
For a relaxed celebration, a fish and chip van is a great choice. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Events in Hinxhill and across Kent
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- A quote that spells everything out
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Also near Hinxhill
Also in Hinxhill
How the day works
We need a level, firm place to park the van, near your guests, and we agree exactly where before the day. A summer party in Hinxhill stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- First, tell us about your party.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- 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
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is the favourite in much of the south. It is battered and fried to order.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- A picture of the parking spot helps
When everyone has eaten, we pack up.
Finish with the birthday cake.
Common questions in Hinxhill
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Mary: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is generally elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Where the van can park in Hinxhill
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Flat, firm ground for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
Perfect for your party in Hinxhill
It feels like a treat.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re frequently booked for:
- Birthday parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Thinking of using Conningbrook Lakes Country Park? Parks generally need the owner’s permission, often the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade.
What to look for in a quote
- The van’s size and access needs
- The deposit and payment dates
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- If the price includes VAT
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
- 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