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Party Fish and Chip Van for St Mary's Bay events
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your party in St Mary's Bay. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Family reunions
- Engagement parties
- Retirement parties
Party fish and chip van in St Mary's Bay
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your party. For a late-May party in St Mary's Bay, sunset is around 8:45pm; at midsummer it is about 9:15pm. If the party runs past dark, the queue and the path to the van need light.
- Send us the date, address, numbers and serving time.
- We check where the van can park and send a price.
- On the day, we park up and get the fryers going.
- We fry fresh and serve from the hatch as your guests come up.
- Afterwards, we clear up and leave you to it.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
How to get a price
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
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About our party fish and chip van in St Mary's Bay
You do not need to hire a hall: a chip van on the drive turns your home into the venue. We are often asked to cater street parties and neighbourhood events and retirement celebrations, serving mushy peas, sausage and chips and curry sauce.
For a party in St Mary's Bay, home is frequently the best venue. Tell us about the drive and the lane, and we will do the rest. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Occasions we serve in St Mary's Bay
It’s a real treat for guests, and people talk about it afterwards.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Family reunions
- Children’s parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
A christening at All Saints followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- The van’s size and access needs
- What happens if plans change
- How late numbers can change
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
A buffet is easy but forgettable. 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. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why book our van in St Mary's Bay
- A quote that spells everything out
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The day of the week
- How easy the site is to reach
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The minimum booking
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your party.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A picture of where the van would go
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in St Mary's Bay? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Places near St Mary's Bay
What else we do in St Mary's Bay
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A short walk from the party
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
DIY versus a fish and chip van
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the party.
St Mary's Bay questions
We are gathering after a service at All Saints: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Is St Mary's Bay close to London?
About 57 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you need power or water from us?
A suitable spot for the van, mainly. Mention power and water and we’ll confirm the rest.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Do you come to St Mary's Bay?
We do. We serve events in St Mary's Bay and across Kent. Send us your date to check availability.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
The menu, dish by dish
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.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Parties in St Mary's Bay: homes, halls and local tips
St Mary's Bay is about 6 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. For parties in St Mary's Bay, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 19 miles away.
If you had Romney Warren Country Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans cannot simply park up and serve in a public park.
This part of Kent takes in TN29, so your party can be anywhere in it. Whether your party is on Maple Drive, Oak Drive and Beechwood Close or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. Other places close to St Mary's Bay we cover include St Mary in the Marsh (1 mile west), Burmarsh (3 miles north), Newchurch (3 miles north-west), Postling Green (5 miles north) and Bonnington (6 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ashford (10 miles north-west), Folkestone (10 miles north-east), Hythe (6 miles north-east), Hawkinge (11 miles north-east), Tenterden (13 miles west) and Cheriton (9 miles north-east).
A little further out are Romney 'castle' (3.6 miles west).
- 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