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Fish and chip van for parties in Monkton, Kent
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your party in Monkton and across Kent.
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Family reunions
Party fish and chip van for Monkton events
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Party fish and chip van for your party in Monkton
The van can park on a drive, a hardstanding or a firm lawn, with the serving hatch towards the garden. Typical bookings include street parties and neighbourhood events and kids’ birthday parties, serving curry sauce, cod and chips and gravy.
Country parties near Monkton suit a chip van: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Everything is fried fresh at your party, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Monkton? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the party.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
What affects the price in Monkton
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- How long we serve
- How easy the site is to reach
- The minimum booking
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Your date and serving time
Each quote is put together for your party. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Step by step
Because we cook inside the van, rain does not stop us. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. For a late-May party in Monkton, sunset is around 8:45pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:15pm. After dark, light the area around the van.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Ask for a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your party, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
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Planning a party in Monkton
Monkton is about 5 miles south-west of Margate, in Kent. We take a fish and chip van for your party to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Monkton and the surrounding area. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 10 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, the closest railway station is Minster station, roughly 1.8 miles south-east of the centre. Within reach of Monkton are historic houses such as Quex Park (2.6 miles north-east). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. The coast is within about 6 miles, so a chip van is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
Anywhere in CT12, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a party at a home on Monkton Street, Collards Close and Seamark Close or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Close by, we cover parties in Hoo (1 mile east), St Nicholas at Wade (1 mile north-west), Sarre (2 miles west), East Stourmouth (2 miles south-west) and Westmarsh (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (10 miles south-west), Margate (5 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south), Ramsgate (6 miles east), Broadstairs (7 miles east) and Whitstable (11 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Powell-Cotton Museum (2.4 miles north-east) and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (5.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Monkton include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A short walk from the party
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Allergies and dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Send us a picture of the drive
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Arrange an alternative if needed
For a children’s party, serve food about an hour in, before the cake.
Bunting and festoon lights by the van make it part of the party.
Events we cater in Monkton
With a van, the host gets to enjoy the party. It’s also a bit of fun.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Monkton:
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Milestone birthdays
- Naming days and christenings
- Retirement celebrations
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of Saint Mary Magdalene, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards.
Comparing caterers
- How allergens are handled
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether there’s a minimum
- Whether VAT is included
More for events in Monkton
Common questions in Monkton
We’re gathering after a service at Church of Saint Mary Magdalene: 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 Monkton from London?
Roughly 60 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do we need to provide anything?
Mostly just a good parking spot. Tell us what’s available and we’ll take it from there.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
Is grass a problem?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
When should we book for a summer party?
As early as you can for summer weekends. Contact us with your date.
- 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