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Fish and chip van for parties in Snoll Hatch, Kent
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your party in Snoll Hatch and across Kent.
- Children’s parties
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
Book the van in Snoll Hatch
What the van needs
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- A spot near your guests
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Access wide and high enough for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Pie and chips
Party fish and chip van in Snoll Hatch, fried fresh
Sausage and chips covers the children and anyone who doesn’t want fish, so one van feeds the whole party. Typical bookings include children’s parties and naming days and christenings, serving cod and chips, curry sauce and haddock and chips.
Near Snoll Hatch, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
Organising for someone else?
Having the party at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
The menu, dish by dish
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and it is a favourite with children.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
Buffets are simple but rarely memorable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Why Snoll Hatch hosts choose us
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- We cover Snoll Hatch and the whole of Kent
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- A clear quote before you book
Who books party fish and chip van in Snoll Hatch?
Hot food beats a buffet that’s been out for hours.
These are some of the bookings we take around Snoll Hatch:
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Christenings and naming days
- Garden get-togethers
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
For party guests on the train, Beltring station, about 1 mile east, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- When payment is due
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- What the price includes, item by item
- Travel, tolls and road charges
How the day works
We get there well before service, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your guests can wander over to the hatch as soon as we open. Sunset in Snoll Hatch is about 8:50pm 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.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Snoll Hatch, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Related guides
Snoll Hatch parties: what to know
Snoll Hatch is about 5 miles east of Tonbridge, in Kent. Give us the address of your party in Snoll Hatch, and we will plan access and set-up. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent. We serve events right across the region, from Snoll Hatch to London (about 29 miles away).
Within reach of Snoll Hatch are historic houses such as Old Soar Manor (4.5 miles north-west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. If the day starts at Church of the Holy Trinity, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives.
We cover parties in every part of TN12. Local streets include Snoll Hatch Road and Addlestead Road; a party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. If your venue is just outside Snoll Hatch, we also cover East Peckham (1 mile north-east), Little Mill (1 mile west), Branbridges (1 mile east), Hale Street (1 mile north-east) and Beltring (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (7 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (10 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles north), Tonbridge (5 miles west) and Northfleet (15 miles north).
A little further out are The Hop Farm Museum (1.1 miles south-east) and Tonbridge Castle (4.8 miles west). Within reach you will find Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Pubs nearby include The Merry Boys pub (less than half a mile north-east)
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What else we do in Snoll Hatch
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Common questions in Snoll Hatch
What’s the nearest station to Snoll Hatch?
The closest is Beltring station, roughly 1 mile away.
Is Snoll Hatch close to London?
About 29 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Can the van come to our street party?
Frequently, yes. Check your council’s rules on road closures and vehicles early.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
How early do summer dates go?
Summer Saturdays book up first, so ask early.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we’ll confirm the rest.
What a fish and chip van costs
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- How easy the site is to reach
- Service time
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It is worth asking early.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and time of the event
- The address or venue name
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of where the van would go
Still finalising the details? That is fine: tell us the basics about your party, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
- 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