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Fish and chip van for parties in Pittswood, Kent
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Pittswood? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Retirement parties
- Anniversary celebrations
A chip van near Pittswood
How our party fish and chip van works in Pittswood
For children, there is sausage and chips, so one van feeds the whole party. Popular choices include gravy, pie and chips and cod and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater get-togethers with old friends and children’s parties.
A country party near Pittswood is perfect for fish and chips: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
What the van needs
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
Common questions in Pittswood
We’re gathering after a service at St Mary's Church: 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 generally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
What’s the nearest station to Pittswood?
The closest is Tonbridge station, roughly 3 miles away.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Can you come to a street party?
Yes, with the council’s permission for the road closure. Mention the van in your application.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Will the van fit on our drive?
That depends on the space and the route in. Mention anything tight, and we’ll advise.
Is grass a problem?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a party that feels special but relaxed, a fish and chip van is a great choice. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your party is.
Why book with us
- We cover Pittswood and the whole of Kent
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- No surprises in your quote
- A menu almost everyone likes
Step by step
We don’t cook ahead. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. At midsummer, it’s light in Pittswood until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- We start with a few details about your party.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Parties in Pittswood: homes, halls and local tips
Pittswood is about 2 miles north-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. For parties in Pittswood, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. We take the van to 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Pittswood to London (about 26 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Pittswood are Old Soar Manor (2.6 miles north) and Ightham Mote (2.9 miles north-west). Grand settings like these frequently have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler. For party guests on the train, Tonbridge station is about 3 miles away.
We serve parties across the TN11 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your party is on High House Lane and Ashes Lane or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Parker's Green (1 mile south), Hadlow (1 mile east), Golden Green (2 miles south-east), Dunk's Green (2 miles north) and Roughway (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles east), Sevenoaks (7 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles south), Gravesend (14 miles north), Northfleet (14 miles north) and Swanley (13 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (3.7 miles south-west) and Tonbridge Castle (2.6 miles south-west). The countryside around Pittswood includes Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Nearby schools include Hadlow Primary School (1.1 miles east)
- Local pubs include Three Squirrels pub (under half a mile south-west)
Should I sort the food myself?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the party.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
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What else we do in Pittswood
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Events we cater in Pittswood
You don’t need a venue: a drive or firm lawn is enough.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Family parties with children
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Leaving parties
- Christenings and naming days
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as St Mary's Church, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether travel is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- How allergens are handled
- How late numbers can change
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
- Mention the van to neighbours
- Count children separately
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
It is worth telling the neighbours, or invite them.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
- 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