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Party Fish and Chip Van for Sholden Meadows events
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your party in Sholden Meadows. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Children’s parties
- Leaving parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
A chip van near Sholden Meadows
How the day works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your party in Sholden Meadows. Sunset in Sholden Meadows is about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June. After dark, light the area around the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Get permission for the van from the venue
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Party fish and chip van for your party in Sholden Meadows
Sausage and chips covers the children and anyone who does not want fish, so nobody needs a separate meal. We are frequently asked to cater retirement celebrations and garden get-togethers, with pie and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
Near Sholden Meadows, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Sholden Meadows
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Chips
FAQs for Sholden Meadows
Can you serve near the sea around Sholden Meadows?
Yes, of course. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
What’s the nearest station to Sholden Meadows?
Deal station, about 1.3 miles east of the centre.
How early do summer dates go?
As early as you can for summer weekends. Get in touch with your date.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before booking.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we’ll take it from there.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Frequently, 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.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Your choice of menu
- Whether a minimum applies
- The number of meals
- Service time
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Sholden Meadows, and we will check the date and send a price.
Nearby places to Sholden Meadows
Other occasions in Sholden Meadows
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Mention the van to neighbours
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Send allergies to us in writing
Let the neighbours know the van is coming, or invite them.
Plan cover in case of showers.
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A hog roast is pork only, while a chip van gives people a choice. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Why choose party fish and chip van in Sholden Meadows?
Fresh food beats a tired buffet, especially as the evening cools.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re frequently booked for:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Family reunions
- Naming days and christenings
- Kids’ birthday parties
If guests are coming by rail, the closest railway station is Deal station, roughly 1.3 miles east of the centre.
What your quote should include
- When payment is due
- A clear list of what’s included
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Parties in Sholden Meadows: homes, halls and local tips
Sholden Meadows is about 1 mile north-west of Deal, in Kent. Whether your party is in the middle of Sholden Meadows or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We take the van to 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 13 miles away.
A christening at Church of St Nicholas followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan. If you had Betteshanger Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans cannot simply park up and serve in a public park. Near the coast, within about 2 miles, a fish and chip van feels like a trip to the seaside, and we always plan for wind.
Parties anywhere in CT14 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. That could mean a party at a home on Bargrave Lane, Wyborn Drive and Banks Way, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Other places close to Sholden Meadows we cover include Sholden (1 mile east), Great Mongeham (1 mile south-west), Mill Hill (1 mile south), Deal (1 mile south-east) and Finglesham (1 mile north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (13 miles west), Margate (11 miles north), Dover (7 miles south-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north) and Broadstairs (10 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Deal Castle (1.5 miles east) and Kent Museum of the Moving Image (1.3 miles east). The countryside around Sholden Meadows includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Local schools include Castle Community College (1.1 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Magnet pub (0.7 miles south-east)
- 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