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Fish and chip van for parties in London Beach, Kent
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Party fish and chip van in London Beach.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Street parties
- Garden get-togethers
A chip van near London Beach
Looking after everyone
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
- A photo of the parking spot helps
- Arrange an alternative if needed
When everyone has eaten, we pack up.
A sign by the hatch with the menu speeds things up.
Party fish and chip van in London Beach, fried fresh
Sausage and chips covers the children and anyone who does not want fish, so nobody needs a separate meal. Typical bookings include milestone birthdays and reunions and family get-togethers, serving haddock and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas.
Country parties near London Beach suit a chip van: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and handed over as soon as it is ready.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Hosting at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
Events we cater in London Beach
People book a chip van for parties because nobody has to cook. It’s also a bit of fun.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Street parties
- Naming days and christenings
- Big birthdays
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Historic houses near London Beach include Smallhythe Place (4.2 miles south). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
Before you book anyone
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- If the price includes VAT
- How much space the van takes up
- The deposit and payment dates
The process
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Each piece of fish is battered and fried to order, and chips are fried in batches through service. In London Beach, a June party has light until about 9:15pm, but by late September sunset is 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.
- 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.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Plan where the queue will stand
Getting a price
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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Common questions in London Beach
How far is London Beach from London?
Roughly 44 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Do you do street parties?
Yes, where the council allows it. Check your council’s rules on road closures and vehicles early.
Is there a kids’ option?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include them in your numbers.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
Can you cook in the rain?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Do you cover London Beach?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and London Beach is within our area and the rest of Kent. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Places near London Beach
Also in London Beach
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It’s battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Hiring a hall and a caterer adds up. With a van, home becomes the venue. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why book with us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- We cover London Beach and the whole of Kent
Parties in London Beach: homes, halls and local tips
London Beach is about 8 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. For parties in London Beach, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We serve 922 places in Kent. Our bookings stretch from London Beach to Canterbury (21 miles away).
A christening at Church of St Michael followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan. For party guests on the train, Pluckley station, about 4.8 miles north-east, is the nearest station. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles of London Beach, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Parties anywhere in TN30 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. That could mean a party at a home on Biddenden Road and Ashford Road, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Close by, we cover parties in St Michaels (1 mile south), Tenterden (2 miles south), Parkgate (2 miles south-west), Clapper Hill (2 miles west) and Broad Tenterden (3 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (14 miles north-west), Ashford (8 miles east), Foley Park (14 miles north-west), Paddock Wood (14 miles north-west), Bearsted (13 miles north-west) and Park Wood (11 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Benenden Hospital (3.2 miles west) and Tenterden and District Museum (2 miles south).
- Schools near London Beach include Homewood School (1.3 miles south)
What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Service time
- How far we travel
- The date and time of year
- Any minimum charge
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where the van would park
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and time of the event
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in London Beach? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
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:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- 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