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Party Fish and Chip Van in Hollingbourne
Bring the chip shop to your party in Hollingbourne. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Family parties with children
- Anniversary celebrations
- Summer garden parties
Party fish and chip van for Hollingbourne events
Occasions we serve in Hollingbourne
No washing up, no cold buffet to throw away, which makes the morning after much easier.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Hollingbourne book the van for events such as:
- Big birthdays
- Anniversary celebrations
- Garden get-togethers
- Retirement parties
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Hollingbourne station, about 0.6 miles west.
What to look for in a quote
- Allergen information for each item
- Any minimum charge
- How late numbers can change
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
Party fish and chip van for your party in Hollingbourne
We park on the drive or a firm spot near the party, with the serving hatch towards the garden. Popular choices include sausage and chips, gravy and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for anniversary celebrations and street parties.
Country parties near Hollingbourne suit a chip van: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
For event organisers in Hollingbourne
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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 generally the easier option.
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.
What affects the price in Hollingbourne
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Distance and any road charges
- Any minimum charge
- Service time
- How easy the site is to reach
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and time of the event
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A photo of the space and the way in
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Hollingbourne? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Autumn and winter parties in Hollingbourne get dark early: about 7:00pm in late September and 3:50pm in December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Share the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
Hollingbourne parties: what to know
Hollingbourne is about 5 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. For a party in Hollingbourne, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Hollingbourne. Hollingbourne is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 19 miles away.
Within reach of Hollingbourne are historic houses such as Leeds Castle (1.3 miles south-west) and Stoneacre (3 miles west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as All Saints Church, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about a mile of Hollingbourne, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
This part of Kent takes in ME17, so your party can be anywhere in it. Your party could be at a house on Upper Street, Pilgrims Way and Hollingbourne Hill, as long as there is somewhere for the van. We also bring the van to parties in Eyhorne Street (1 mile south-west), Broad Street (1 mile north-west), Chegworth (2 miles south), Ashbank (2 miles south-west) and Broomfield (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (5 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north-east), Faversham (11 miles east), Minster (13 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (10 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Laundry Museum (0.9 miles south-west) and Leeds Castle (1.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Detling Hill.
- Nearby, you will find Glyder House Sugar Loaves Public House (0.7 miles south-west)
Nearby places to Hollingbourne
Also in Hollingbourne
About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Space, access and the venue
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- A short walk from the party
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Confirmation that the van can park there
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
Allergies and dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Put allergy details in writing
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
We arrive, park up and heat the fryers, and serve as the party carries on.
A sign by the hatch with the menu speeds things up.
FAQs for Hollingbourne
Is Hollingbourne close to London?
About 36 miles from central London.
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
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.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
- 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