Kent · England
Party Fish and Chip Van in Old Hawkinge
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your party in Old Hawkinge.
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Retirement parties
Book the van in Old Hawkinge
Party fish and chip van in Old Hawkinge, fried fresh
With a chip van, the host gets to enjoy the party too. The van parks, the fryers go on and the food goes out hot. For family parties with children and christenings and naming days, we’ll put together a menu of gravy, cod and chips and pie and chips and more.
Near Old Hawkinge, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will handle the rest. Everything is fried fresh at your party, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
The menu, dish by dish
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce and it is on the menu.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Old Hawkinge: your questions answered
Could you trade in East Cliff and Warren Country Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first.
Can you serve near the sea around Old Hawkinge?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind doesn’t affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before you book.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Old Hawkinge.
When should we book for a summer party?
As early as you can for summer weekends. Ask about your date.
Can the van park on my drive?
Often, yes, with a level drive and a clear way in. Send us a photo and tell us about gates and branches.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Can you do something for the children?
Of course. Children typically love sausage and chips. Include them in your numbers.
What a fish and chip van costs
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Cod, haddock or both
- Numbers
- How long we serve
- Distance and any road charges
The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- A picture of where the van would go
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where you’d like the van to go
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Old Hawkinge? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. Just use our quote form.
Hosting a chip van party in Old Hawkinge
Old Hawkinge is about 1 mile east of Hawkinge, in Kent. Across the CT18 area, we can bring the van to you. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Old Hawkinge to Canterbury (12 miles away).
A green space like East Cliff and Warren Country Park is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, usually the council’s. Nearby historic houses include Acrise Place (2.7 miles north-west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Old Hawkinge, so many gardens around here have a great outlook. The coast is within about 3 miles, so a chip van is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
We take the van to parties all over the CT18 postcode area. Streets in the area include Standen Lane and Church Hill, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. For parties just outside Old Hawkinge, we cover Hawkinge (1 mile west), Densole (2 miles north-west), Swingfield Minnis (2 miles north), Arpinge (2 miles west) and Selsted (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ashford (14 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (5 miles east), Deal (11 miles north-east), Hythe (5 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (5 miles east).
A little further out are Folkestone Castle (1.6 miles south-west) and Royal Victoria Hospital (2.1 miles south). The countryside around Old Hawkinge includes Sugar Loaf Hill.
- Nearby schools include Turner Free School (2.3 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find White Horse pub (0.7 miles west)
For event organisers in Old Hawkinge
Organising a club, school or community event in Old Hawkinge? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
Looking after everyone
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Arrange an alternative if needed
- Show us where the van would go
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
Keep the queue away from the road if the van is on the drive.
A few lights around the van look great.
Other occasions in Old Hawkinge
How the day works
We get there well before service, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your guests can wander over to the hatch as soon as we open. For a late-May party in Old Hawkinge, sunset is around 8:45pm; at midsummer it is about 9:15pm. If the party runs past dark, the queue and the path to the van need light.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Planning help
Who books party fish and chip van in Old Hawkinge?
You don’t need a venue: a drive or a firm spot near the garden will do.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Engagement parties
- Street parties
- Get-togethers with old friends
Guests arriving by train should know that Folkestone Central station is about 2.3 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- The deposit and payment dates
- How many hours the van serves
- The deadline for final numbers
- What happens if plans change
Takeaway run or book a van?
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.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Space, access and the venue
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
On the menu in Old Hawkinge
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- 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