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Fish and chip van for parties in Holborough, Kent
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your party in Holborough and the surrounding area.
- Children’s parties
- Big birthdays
- Street parties
A chip van near Holborough
What a fish and chip van costs
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Distance and any road charges
- Whether a minimum applies
- The date and time of year
- How long we serve
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your party for your party in Holborough? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Party fish and chip van in Holborough, cooked to order
There’s no need for a venue: the van makes your home the party venue. On the menu are curry sauce, pie and chips and haddock and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater engagement parties and christenings and naming days.
Parties around Holborough are frequently relaxed garden affairs. The van fits right in. You will know what’s included before booking: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
Should I sort the food myself?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Holborough questions
What’s the nearest station to Holborough?
The closest is Snodland station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
Can you serve after a service at Church of the New Jerusalem?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will take it from there.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including Kent. See all areas.
What does the van need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a picture.
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll plan for them.
Planning a party in Holborough
Holborough is about 4 miles west of Chatham, in Kent. We serve parties at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Holborough. Holborough is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for London, about 26 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of the New Jerusalem, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends. Parks such as Holborough Marshes generally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first.
Anywhere in ME6, ME1 and ME19, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Lee Road, Byrne Road and Ladds Lane, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Nearby, we also serve parties in Snodland (1 mile south-west), Peters Village (1 mile east), Scarborough (1 mile east), Upper Halling (1 mile north-west) and Wouldham (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (6 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Gravesend (7 miles north-west) and Tonbridge (12 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find St. Catherine's Hospital (4.2 miles north-east) and Leybourne Castle (2.5 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.
- Schools near Holborough include The Holmesdale School (1 mile south)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Monks Head pub (0.5 miles south-west)
Organising for someone else?
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Hosting at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
Occasions we serve in Holborough
No washing up, no cold buffet to throw away, which makes the morning after much easier.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Anniversary celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
- Family celebrations after a christening
Within reach of Holborough are historic houses such as Starkey Castle (1.9 miles north) and Temple Manor (4 miles north-east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first.
Before you book anyone
- If the price includes VAT
- Any minimum charge
- Whether travel is included
- Payment terms and deposit
Space, access and the venue
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A spot near your guests
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
The process
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, and we agree exactly where before the day. Midsummer parties in Holborough stay bright until about 9:20pm, while a late-September one is dark by about 7:00pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Clear the route for the van
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Holborough, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Count children separately
- Let your neighbours know
- Put allergy details in writing
- Flag any coeliac guests
Plan where the queue stands.
A gazebo by the hatch keeps the queue dry.
Towns and villages near Holborough
Also in Holborough
- 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