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Party Fish and Chip Van for Rhodes Minnis events
Party fish and chip van in Rhodes Minnis: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Retirement celebrations
- Family parties with children
- Engagement parties
Party fish and chip van in Rhodes Minnis
Party fish and chip van in Rhodes Minnis, cooked to order
Food is fried to order, so it’s hot and crisp, rather than sitting on a buffet table all afternoon. On the menu are pie and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips, and we are frequently booked for family celebrations after a christening and summer garden parties.
A country party near Rhodes Minnis is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Put allergy details in writing
- Count children separately
- Send us a picture of the drive
It’s worth telling the neighbours.
A gazebo by the hatch keeps the queue dry.
Also in Rhodes Minnis
Parties in Rhodes Minnis: homes, halls and local tips
Rhodes Minnis is about 5 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. From the centre of Rhodes Minnis to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Rhodes Minnis is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Rhodes Minnis to Canterbury (9 miles away).
Within reach of Rhodes Minnis are historic houses such as Acrise Place (2.6 miles east) and Westenhanger Castle (4 miles south-west). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 2 miles of Rhodes Minnis, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop. Near the coast, within about 6 miles, a fish and chip van feels like a trip to the seaside.
We cover parties in every part of CT4. Streets in the area include Longage Hill and Green Lane, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Other places close to Rhodes Minnis we cover include Woodland (1 mile south-west), Ottinge (1 mile east), Hemsted (1 mile south-west), Lyminge (1 mile south-east) and Skeete (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Ashford (9 miles west), Canterbury (9 miles north), Dover (10 miles east), Folkestone (6 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles north) and Deal (15 miles east).
A little further out are Royal Victoria Hospital (5.8 miles south-east) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (3.7 miles south-east). The countryside around Rhodes Minnis includes Tolsford Hill.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
For a relaxed celebration, a chip van is hard to beat. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why us?
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Quick service from the hatch
- No surprises in your quote
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Occasions we serve in Rhodes Minnis
You don’t need a venue: a drive or a firm spot near the garden will do.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Family reunions
- Birthday parties
- Kids’ birthday parties
For party guests on the train, Sandling station, about 3.8 miles south, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before booking
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Allergen information for each item
- The cancellation terms
- What the price includes, item by item
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Access and parking
- How far we travel
- Whether a minimum applies
- The number of meals
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The venue or postcode
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will check the date and send a price.
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
The process
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch. Afterwards we pack up. In Rhodes Minnis, a June party has light until about 9:15pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:00pm. Plan lights for the drive and the queue if you are eating late.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Make sure the van can get in
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
How to get a price
Still finalising the details? No problem: tell us the basics about your party, and we will quote on that. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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Rhodes Minnis: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Rhodes Minnis?
Sandling station, about 3.8 miles south of the centre.
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Do you come to Rhodes Minnis?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Rhodes Minnis and the rest of Kent. To check your date, use our quote form.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
Will the van fit on our drive?
That depends on the space and the route in. Tell us about gates, slopes and overhead branches, and we will tell you honestly.
Where the van can park in Rhodes Minnis
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work. The main points are:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A spot near your guests
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- 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