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Party Fish and Chip Van in Paddock
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Paddock? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Engagement parties
- Big birthdays
Fresh fish and chips in Paddock
Party fish and chip van for your party in Paddock
The queue at the hatch gets people mixing, which is what a party is all about. We are often asked to cater kids’ birthday parties and street parties, serving mushy peas, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
Country parties near Paddock suit a chip van: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
A venue plus caterer can be expensive. With a van, home becomes the venue. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book our van in Paddock
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- No kitchen needed
- A clear quote before booking
- A van that becomes part of the event
Read our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Step by step
On the day, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Then everything is fried to order, timed around your party. In Paddock, a June party has light until about 9:15pm, while a late-September one is dark by about 7:00pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
How to get a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your party for your party in Paddock? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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What affects the price in Paddock
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The day of the week
- How many people are eating
- Cod, haddock or both
- Parking and the way in
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Expected numbers
- The venue or postcode
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Nearby places to Paddock
What else we do in Paddock
For event organisers in Paddock
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, 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.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Events we cater in Paddock
It is a real treat for guests.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Family reunions
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Street parties
Guests arriving by train should know that Charing station, about 3 miles west, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before booking
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- If the price includes VAT
- Any minimum charge
- A clear list of what’s included
Hosting a chip van party in Paddock
Paddock is about 5 miles north of Ashford, in Kent. People in Paddock book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Paddock to Canterbury (11 miles away).
After a christening at a church like Church of St Cosmas and St Damian, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends. Among the historic houses close to Paddock are Belmont House and Gardens (3.8 miles north) and Godinton House (4.1 miles south). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler. Paddock is within about 5 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Here we cover the TN25 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. From Canterbury Road and Green Lane or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Challock (1 mile east), Pested (1 mile north-east), Stocker's Head (2 miles west), Charing Hill (2 miles west) and Stalisfield (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (15 miles west), Ashford (5 miles south), Canterbury (11 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-west), Whitstable (12 miles north-east) and Faversham (7 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Tower keep castle at Chilham (4.8 miles east) and William Harvey Hospital (5.8 miles south-east).
- Schools near Paddock include The Hayesbrook School (2 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Chequers pub (0.8 miles east)
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Put allergy details in writing
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Check the street’s parking rules
Put bins and napkins near the hatch.
Finish with the birthday cake.
Common questions in Paddock
Do you come out to small places like Paddock?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s the nearest station to Paddock?
Charing station, about 3 miles west of the centre.
What can guests choose from?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we will include them in the plan.
How much does a fish and chip van for your party cost in Paddock?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A closer look at the menu
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
- 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