Kent · England
Fish and chip van for parties in Hothfield, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van for your party to Hothfield and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Naming days and christenings
- Big birthdays
- Leaving parties
Party fish and chip van in Hothfield
Party fish and chip van for your party in Hothfield
We park on the drive or a firm spot near the party, with the serving hatch towards the garden. On the menu are cod and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater garden parties and summer get-togethers and leaving parties.
In a small place like Hothfield, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll handle the rest. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Party venues around Hothfield
Hothfield is about 3 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. In and around Hothfield, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
Guests arriving by train should know that Charing station, about 2.9 miles north-west, is the nearest station. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Margaret, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. Hothfield is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
This part of Kent takes in TN26. From The Street, Sackville Close and Beech Drive or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Other places close to Hothfield we cover include Tutt Hill (1 mile north), Ram Lane (1 mile north), Potters Corner (1 mile east), Westwell Leacon (2 miles north) and Godinton (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (14 miles north-west), Ashford (3 miles south-east), Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north), Faversham (10 miles north) and Hythe (13 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include County Square (2.7 miles south-east) and William Harvey Hospital (4.6 miles south-east).
Towns and villages near Hothfield
What else we do in Hothfield
Hothfield: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Hothfield?
Charing station, about 2.9 miles north-west of the centre.
Is Hothfield close to London?
About 46 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your party and we’ll send a quote.
When should we book for a summer party?
Summer Saturdays book up first, so ask early.
What can guests choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
What do you bring?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
What a fish and chip van costs
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Numbers
- How easy the site is to reach
- The minimum booking
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Your date and serving time
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The spot you have in mind for the van
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Hothfield, and we will check the date and send a price.
What the van needs
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A spot near your guests
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A hog roast is one dish, while a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What you get with us
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Hot food handed straight over
- All the chip-shop extras
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Ensure the van can park legally
- Flag any coeliac guests
- A photo of the parking spot helps
Have bins and napkins by the van.
Finish with the birthday cake.
How it works
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. Sunset in Hothfield drops to about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December, so think about lighting by the van.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Give us a contact for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Hothfield?
It suits all ages, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are frequently booked for:
- Big birthdays
- Garden get-togethers
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Engagement parties
Nearby historic houses include Godinton House (1 mile south-east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first.
Before you book anyone
- What the price includes, item by item
- How allergens are handled
- Whether travel is included
- How many hours the van serves
Organising for someone else?
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
- 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