Kent · England
Fish and chip van for parties in Petham, Kent
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your party turns food into part of your party in Petham.
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Leaving parties
Planning an event in Petham?
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
- Send us a photo of the drive
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Put allergy details in writing
Let the neighbours know the van is coming.
Seats or a few tables help people eat comfortably.
About our party fish and chip van in Petham
The queue at the hatch gets people mixing, which is what a party is all about. Typical bookings include family parties with children and anniversaries and engagement parties, with sausage and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas.
In a small place like Petham, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll handle the rest. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Compared with cooking a barbecue yourself, a chip van means nobody is stuck at the grill. Larger groups normally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book with us
- Events in Petham and across Kent
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- A menu almost everyone likes
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
See how we price and the cost guide.
FAQs for Petham
How far is Petham from London?
Roughly 53 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
Can you come to a street party?
Yes, once the council has agreed the closure. Tell the council about the van.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
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.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Can you park at our house?
That depends on the space and the route in. Tell us about gates, slopes and overhead branches, and we will advise.
For event organisers in Petham
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Petham? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
What happens on the day
Nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. Midsummer parties in Petham stay bright until about 9:15pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:00pm. Plan lights for the drive and the queue if you’re eating late.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check where the van can park and send a price.
- We arrive, park on the drive or agreed spot and set up.
- We fry fresh and serve from the hatch as your guests come up.
- Afterwards, we clear up and leave you to it.
Before we arrive
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Share the timings for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
How to get a price
Each quote is put together for your party. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Planning help
Takeaway run or book a van?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
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.
Where the van can park in Petham
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A short walk from the party
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
Prices and what affects them
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Access and parking
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The day of the week
- Cod, haddock or both
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The venue or postcode
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Party venues around Petham
Petham is about 4 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. Parties in Petham 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 all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
For party guests on the train, Chartham station is about 2.6 miles away. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Petham, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
This part of Kent takes in CT4, and we can serve your party anywhere in it. Local streets include The Street, Vicarage Hill and Town Road; a party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. If your venue is just outside Petham, we also cover Garlinge Green (1 mile north-west), Lower Hardres (2 miles north-east), Upper Hardres (2 miles east), Anvil Green (2 miles south-west) and Pett Bottom (2 miles east). Further out, we also take the van to Ashford (10 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north), Dover (12 miles south-east), Folkestone (11 miles south-east), Whitstable (9 miles north) and Deal (15 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Canterbury Castle (3.8 miles north) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (3.4 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Other occasions in Petham
- 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