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Fish and chip van for parties in Mowshurst, Kent
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Mowshurst? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Christenings and naming days
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Get-togethers with old friends
Fresh fish and chips in Mowshurst
Party fish and chip van in Mowshurst, fried fresh
We park on the drive or a firm spot near the party, with the serving hatch towards the garden. We are often asked to cater anniversary celebrations and garden get-togethers, serving sausage and chips, curry sauce and cod and chips.
In a small place like Mowshurst, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the route. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
For event organisers in Mowshurst
Having the party at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Show us where the van would go
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
With children, food about an hour in works well, before the cake.
Put the menu up by the van.
Party venues around Mowshurst
Mowshurst is about 7 miles north-east of East Grinstead, in Kent. For a party in Mowshurst, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. Mowshurst is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Mowshurst to London (21 miles away).
If the day starts at Church of St Peter and St Paul, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives. Guests arriving by train should know that Edenbridge station is about 0.6 miles away. Mowshurst is within about 8 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cover parties in every part of the TN8 postcode area and the streets around it. Nearby, we also serve parties in Marlpit Hill (1 mile west), Edenbridge (1 mile south-west), Pootings (1 mile north), Four Elms (1 mile north-east) and Troy Town (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Sevenoaks (7 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-east), Tonbridge (9 miles east), Swanley (14 miles north), Kings Hill (15 miles east) and Paddock Wood (14 miles east).
A little further out are Haxted Watermill Museum (2.3 miles south-west) and Hever Castle (2.3 miles south-east).
- Local pubs include The Swan pub (0.6 miles west)
What affects the price in Mowshurst
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Access and parking
- Service time
- How many people are eating
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where the van would park
- Where the event is
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. To start, use our quote form.
What happens on the day
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out at the time you asked for. Midsummer parties in Mowshurst stay bright until about 9:20pm, while a late-September one is dark by about 7:05pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
How to prepare
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Let us know the serving time
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A short walk from the party
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
Events we cater in Mowshurst
Everyone from toddlers to grandparents enjoys it, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
In Mowshurst and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Birthday parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Nearby historic houses include Hever Castle (2.3 miles south-east) and Chartwell (2.5 miles north). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
Comparing caterers
- When payment is due
- Any minimum charge
- When final numbers are due
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Also near Mowshurst
Other occasions in Mowshurst
Questions from Mowshurst
Is Mowshurst too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Mowshurst?
Edenbridge station, about 0.6 miles west of the centre.
Do you need power or water from us?
A suitable spot for the van, mainly. Mention power and water and we will confirm the rest.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Mowshurst.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
Can you do something for the children?
Most children go for sausage and chips. Let us know numbers and ages.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a relaxed celebration, a chip van is hard to beat. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
What you get with us
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- A quote that spells everything out
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Classic food your guests already know
See how we price or the cost guide.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
- 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