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Fish and chip van for parties in Shadoxhurst, Kent
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for your party in Shadoxhurst.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Naming days and christenings
- Kids’ birthday parties
Planning an event in Shadoxhurst?
Party fish and chip van in Shadoxhurst, cooked to order
With a chip van, the host gets to enjoy the party too. The van parks, the fryers go on and the food goes out hot. We are often asked to cater family parties with children and street parties and neighbourhood events, with curry sauce, gravy and cod and chips.
In a small place like Shadoxhurst, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. Timings are planned around your party, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Shadoxhurst: your questions answered
Is Shadoxhurst too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Will the van fit on our drive?
Typically, if the drive is level and firm and the van can get in. Send a picture of the drive and the way in.
What happens if it rains?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
What’s on the menu?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do we need to provide anything?
Mostly just a good parking spot. Tell us what’s available and we’ll take it from there.
Parties in Shadoxhurst: homes, halls and local tips
Shadoxhurst is about 3 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Wherever your party is in the TN26 area, we will come to your venue, home or workplace. Shadoxhurst is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 16 miles away.
A christening at Church of St Peter and St Paul followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan. If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Ham Street station, about 3.1 miles south-east. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Shadoxhurst, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Here we cover the TN26 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include The Street, Park Farm Close and Woodchurch Road, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. If your venue is just outside Shadoxhurst, we also cover Stubb's Cross (1 mile north-east), Chilmington Green (2 miles north), Kingsnorth (2 miles east), Fleeden (2 miles north) and Stanhope (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (3 miles north-east), Folkestone (15 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north), Hythe (12 miles east), Davington (15 miles north) and Preston (14 miles north).
A little further out are Woodchurch Village Life Museum (2.9 miles south-west) and William Harvey Hospital (4.8 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Orlestone Forest.
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It’s battered and fried to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, 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.
How it works
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. Midsummer parties in Shadoxhurst 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.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Give us a contact for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Get a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Send us a photo of the drive
- Confirm allergies by email
- Mention the van to neighbours
With children, food about an hour in works well.
A sign by the hatch with the menu speeds things up.
What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A spot near your guests
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Shadoxhurst
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
Why choose a fish and chip van in Shadoxhurst?
A hog roast is one dish, while a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
Why book our van in Shadoxhurst
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Quick service from the hatch
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
What affects the price in Shadoxhurst
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The minimum booking
- How many people are eating
- How far we travel
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Your date and serving time
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. To start, use our quote form.
For event organisers in Shadoxhurst
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 work through them with you.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
- 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