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Party Fish and Chip Van in Lunsford
We bring a fish and chip van for your party across Lunsford and Kent, cooking to order on site.
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Engagement parties
- Big birthdays
Party fish and chip van in Lunsford
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Make sure the van can park legally
- A photo of the parking spot helps
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Put allergy details in writing
We park on the agreed spot and set up, then serve as guests come up.
Seats or a few tables help people eat comfortably.
How our party fish and chip van works in Lunsford
Everything is cooked as people come up, not left out on a table for hours. For get-togethers with old friends and garden parties and summer get-togethers, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips for your guests.
Around Lunsford, a garden and a drive is all you need. The van fits right in. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Hosting a chip van party in Lunsford
Lunsford is about 5 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Around Lunsford, we park wherever there is level, firm ground. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our bookings stretch from Lunsford to London (26 miles away).
A green space like Leybourne Lakes Country Park is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, usually the council’s. For party guests on the train, New Hythe station is about 0.7 miles away.
We take the van to parties all over the ME20 postcode area. Your party could be at a house on Sassoon Close, Chaucer Way and Masefield Road, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Close by, we cover parties in New Hythe (1 mile east), Larkfield (1 mile south), Leybourne (1 mile south-west), Snodland (1 mile north) and Birling (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (5 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (13 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west) and Gravesend (9 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Maidstone Hospital (3.2 miles south-east) and Leybourne Castle (0.9 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.
- Nearby schools include The Holmesdale School (0.9 miles north) and The Malling School (1.4 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find Freemasons Arms (0.6 miles north)
What else we do in Lunsford
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
For a party that feels special but relaxed, a chip van is hard to beat in Lunsford. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Why us?
- A quote that spells everything out
- A van that becomes part of the event
- All the chip-shop extras
- Classic food your guests already know
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
What happens on the day
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we are there in good time before you want to eat. In Lunsford, a June party has light until about 9:20pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:00pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- 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.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Getting a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your party for your party in Lunsford? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
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Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A spot near your guests
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
Common questions in Lunsford
We’re gathering after a service at Church of the Holy Trinity: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is generally elsewhere. Send us the address.
How far is Lunsford from London?
About 26 miles from central London.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it is fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Do you bring everything you need?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Do you need power or water?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we’ll confirm what we need.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
About the food
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Perfect for your party in Lunsford
No washing up, no cold buffet to throw away.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Naming days and christenings
- Family parties with children
- Family reunions
Within reach of Lunsford are historic houses such as Starkey Castle (3.8 miles north). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first.
Questions to ask before booking
- How much space the van takes up
- Whether VAT is included
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Allergen information for each item
What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Parking and the way in
- The day of the week
- The menu and how many choices
- How long we serve
The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- A picture of the parking spot
- Where the event is
- The spot you have in mind for the van
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your party in Lunsford, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
- 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