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Party Fish and Chip Van in Old Romney
We bring a fish and chip van for your party to Old Romney and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
- Birthday parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Children’s parties
Party fish and chip van in Old Romney
How our party fish and chip van works in Old Romney
Guests who don’t know each other end up chatting in the queue. Typical bookings include garden parties and summer get-togethers and get-togethers with old friends, with sausage and chips, gravy and pie and chips.
A country party near Old Romney is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Old Romney questions
What’s the nearest station to Old Romney?
The closest is Appledore (Kent) station, roughly 4.5 miles away.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Clement: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
What can guests choose from?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
Do you need power or water from us?
Tell us what’s available at the address when you enquire, and we will confirm what we need.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options.
Can you cater for allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we will give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Mention the van to neighbours
- Send us a photo of the drive
- Ensure the van can park legally
- Count children separately
Have bins and napkins by the van.
A gazebo by the hatch keeps the queue dry.
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A short walk from the party
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
Who books party fish and chip van in Old Romney?
Everyone from toddlers to grandparents enjoys it, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
In Old Romney and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Leaving parties
- Family parties with children
- Family reunions
- Birthday parties
After a christening at a church like Church of St Clement, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Comparing caterers
- What happens if plans change
- VAT, if it applies
- The van’s size and access needs
- The deposit and payment dates
Places near Old Romney
What else we do in Old Romney
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
A buffet is easy but forgettable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Why Old Romney hosts choose us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- No surprises in your quote
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Party venues around Old Romney
Old Romney is about 10 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. Parties in Old Romney are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. We serve 922 places across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 22 miles away.
For party guests on the train, the nearest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 4.5 miles north-west.
We take the van to parties all over TN29. Nearby, we also serve parties in Ivychurch (2 miles north), New Romney (2 miles east), Brenzett (2 miles north-west), Lydd (3 miles south) and Brookland (3 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Ashford (10 miles north), Folkestone (14 miles north-east), Hythe (10 miles north-east), Hawkinge (14 miles north-east), Tenterden (10 miles north-west) and Cheriton (13 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (1.9 miles north-west) and Romney 'castle' (under half a mile north-east). The countryside around Old Romney includes Burnthouse Pen and Dungeness National.
About the food
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
For event organisers in Old Romney
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
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. Midsummer parties in Old Romney stay bright until about 9:15pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:00pm. 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 in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Clear the route for the van
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will check the date and send a price.
Planning help
- 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