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Party Fish and Chip Van for Luddesdown events
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your party in Luddesdown. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Birthday parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Naming days and christenings
Planning an event in Luddesdown?
Party fish and chip van for your party in Luddesdown
For children, there is sausage and chips, so nobody needs a separate meal. On the menu are haddock and chips, cod and chips and pie and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater garden parties and summer get-togethers and reunions and family get-togethers.
A country party near Luddesdown is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. 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.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
FAQs for Luddesdown
Could you trade in Camer Park Country Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Do you come out to small places like Luddesdown?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll give you the allergen information.
How fast is service?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Will the van fit on our drive?
It depends on the drive and the access. Mention anything tight, and we’ll tell you honestly.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Can the van park on grass?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Send us a photo of the drive
- Have a back-up for special diets
Have bins and napkins by the van.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
What happens on the day
You don’t need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your party. We handle the cooking and serving. Sunset in Luddesdown drops to about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December, so think about lighting by the van.
- We start with a few details about your party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Share the timings for the day
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Related guides
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
We will give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- The length of service
- Access and parking
- The date and time of year
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Larger groups usually cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The venue or postcode
Send us the date, the address or DA13 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. To get started, use our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the hatch
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
Nearby places to Luddesdown
Also in Luddesdown
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A venue plus caterer can be expensive. With a van, home becomes the venue. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why book our van in Luddesdown
- We cover Luddesdown and the whole of Kent
- No kitchen needed
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Quick service from the hatch
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Planning a party in Luddesdown
Luddesdown is about 4 miles south of Gravesend, in Kent. Wherever your party is in the DA13 area, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. We serve all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 23 miles away.
Historic houses near Luddesdown include Cobham College (1.2 miles north) and Starkey Castle (2.7 miles east). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. A green space like Camer Park Country Park is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, normally the council’s.
This part of Kent takes in DA13, so your party can be anywhere in it. Other places close to Luddesdown we cover include Henley Street (1 mile north), Gold Street (1 mile north-west), Foxendown (1 mile west), Sole Street (1 mile north-west) and Round Street (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (9 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles east), Dartford (9 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles south-west), Gravesend (4 miles north) and Tonbridge (13 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include French Hospital (4.7 miles east) and Rochester Castle (4.6 miles east). Within reach you will find Ranscombe Farm and Gad's Hill.
- Nearby, you will find The Golden Lion pub (within half a mile north-east)
- 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