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Fish and chip van for parties in Stocker's Head, Kent
Party fish and chip van in Stocker's Head: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Retirement celebrations
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Party fish and chip van in Stocker's Head
Planning the van’s spot
If a spot isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you. What matters most:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A clear area by the serving hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
Party fish and chip van for your party in Stocker's Head
It’s a treat that feels special without being formal: paper portions of fish and chips in the garden. For garden get-togethers and family reunions, we can cook sausage and chips, haddock and chips and curry sauce for your guests.
Country parties near Stocker's Head suit a chip van: fried fresh and eaten outside. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Whether a minimum applies
- The menu and how many choices
- Numbers
- The day of the week
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Expected numbers
- The address or venue name
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: tell us the basics about your party, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Stocker's Head?
A venue plus caterer can be expensive. With a van, home becomes the venue. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why Stocker's Head hosts choose us
- A clear quote before you book
- Classic food your guests already know
- A van that becomes part of the event
- All the chip-shop extras
Read how we price and the cost guide.
FAQs for Stocker's Head
Could you trade in Spuckles and Kennelling Woods?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
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 follow the site rules.
Can you cook in the rain?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Can you come to a street party?
Yes, where the council allows it. Start the road closure application early.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Do you come to Stocker's Head?
Yes, we do. Stocker's Head is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
Towns and villages near Stocker's Head
Also in Stocker's Head
Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Stocker's Head? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Stocker's Head parties: what to know
Stocker's Head is about 6 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. For a party in Stocker's Head, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We take the van to 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Stocker's Head to Canterbury (about 12 miles away).
If the day starts at Church of St Peter and St Paul, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives. Parks such as Spuckles and Kennelling Woods generally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Stocker's Head, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in TN27, we can bring the van to you. Close by, we cover parties in Charing Hill (1 mile west), Stalisfield (2 miles north), Stalisfield Green (2 miles north), Paddock (2 miles east) and The Valley (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles west), Ashford (6 miles south-east), Canterbury (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north), Whitstable (13 miles north-east) and Faversham (7 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Newnham Castle (4.7 miles north).
- Pubs nearby include King's Head Public House (1 mile south-west)
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Send allergies to us in writing
- A picture of the parking spot helps
Keep the queue away from the road if the van is on the drive.
Seats or a few tables help people eat comfortably.
How it works
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we’re there in good time before you want to eat. Autumn and winter parties in Stocker's Head get dark early: about 7:00pm in late September and 3:50pm in December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Perfect for your party in Stocker's Head
It suits all ages, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Retirement celebrations
- Street parties
- Milestone birthdays
Within reach of Stocker's Head are historic houses such as Belmont House and Gardens (3.9 miles north) and Godinton House (4.2 miles south). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
What your quote should include
- What happens if plans change
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Whether travel is included
- When final numbers are due
About the food
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
- 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