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Party Fish and Chip Van in Staplehurst
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your party makes the food a highlight of your party in Staplehurst.
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Summer garden parties
- Naming days and christenings
Book the van in Staplehurst
How it works
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, and we agree exactly where before the day. At midsummer, it is light in Staplehurst until about 9:15pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us the date, address, numbers and serving time.
- We check where the van can park and send a price.
- We arrive, park on the drive or agreed spot and set up.
- We fry fresh and serve from the hatch as your guests come up.
- We pack up afterwards and leave the drive tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
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How our party fish and chip van works in Staplehurst
You don’t need to hire a hall: the van makes your home the party venue. Whether it is reunions and family get-togethers and summer garden parties, we can cook sausage and chips, gravy and curry sauce and more.
Around Staplehurst, a garden and a drive is all you need. A chip van fits right in. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
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. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
A closer look at the menu
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and it’s a favourite with children.
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Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- A short walk from the party
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Staplehurst
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
Takeaway run or book a van?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Staplehurst?
It works at home: a drive or firm lawn is enough.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Street parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Family parties with children
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as All Saints Church, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards.
Comparing caterers
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- How late numbers can change
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The deposit and payment dates
Hosting a chip van party in Staplehurst
Staplehurst is about 7 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Bookings in Staplehurst come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Staplehurst is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 24 miles away.
Guests arriving by train should know that there’s a station right in Staplehurst: Staplehurst station. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Staplehurst, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Anywhere in TN12, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Station Road, High Street and North Down or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. For parties just outside Staplehurst, we cover Hawkenbury (1 mile north-east), Marden Thorn (2 miles west), Cross-at-Hand (2 miles north), Wanshurst Green (2 miles north-west) and Sinkhurst Green (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Maidstone (7 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles west), Tonbridge (12 miles west) and Kings Hill (10 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Brattle Farm Museum (1 mile south-west) and Sissinghurst Castle (3.7 miles south).
- Nearby, you will find The Railway Tavern (less than half a mile north)
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- The date and time of year
- Distance and any road charges
- The minimum booking
- Access and parking
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The date and time of the event
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Anything awkward about the way in
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your party, and we will quote on that. To start, use our quote form.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Staplehurst?
Next to a DIY barbecue, the host isn’t stuck cooking all afternoon. 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.
Why book our van in Staplehurst
- No surprises in your quote
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- We cover Staplehurst and the whole of Kent
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Staplehurst questions
Do you come to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Staplehurst from London?
Roughly 36 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Can you park at our house?
Often, yes, with a level drive and a clear way in. Send us a picture and tell us about gates and branches.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance.
How much does a fish and chip van for your party cost in Staplehurst?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Can you come to a street party?
Yes, where the council allows it. Start the road closure application early.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
- 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