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Fish and chip van for parties in Stone Cross, Kent
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 Stone Cross.
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Children’s parties
- Birthday parties
Planning an event in Stone Cross?
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Party fish and chip van in Stone Cross, cooked to order
Guests who don’t know each other end up chatting in the queue, which is what a party is all about. For family celebrations after a christening and get-togethers with old friends, we can cook sausage and chips, gravy and curry sauce and more.
A country party near Stone Cross is perfect for fish and chips: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
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Who books party fish and chip van in Stone Cross?
It works at home: a drive or firm lawn is enough.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Stone Cross and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Anniversary celebrations
- Retirement parties
If you had Poulton Wood in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans can’t simply park up and serve in a public park.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether there is a minimum
- When final numbers are due
- When payment is due
- Whether VAT is included
Stone Cross parties: what to know
Stone Cross is about 4 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. Give us the address of your party in Stone Cross, and we will plan access and set-up. Stone Cross is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Stone Cross to Canterbury (about 15 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Ham Street station, about 2.3 miles south-west. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Stone Cross, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We take the van to parties all over TN25. Streets in the area include Stone Cross Road and Frith Road, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. We also bring the van to parties in Bromley Green (2 miles west), Ruckinge (2 miles south), Orlestone (2 miles south-west), Hamstreet (2 miles south-west) and Kenardington (4 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Ashford (4 miles north), Canterbury (15 miles north-east), Folkestone (12 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north), Hythe (8 miles east) and Preston (15 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include William Harvey Hospital (3.5 miles north) and Ashford Designer Outlet (3.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Orlestone Forest.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Stone Cross
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’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Is Stone Cross too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan service around it.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is usually simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Parking and the way in
- The day of the week
- How far we travel
- Cod, haddock or both
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A picture of where the van would go
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Rough numbers for adults and children
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Step by step
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. At midsummer, it’s light in Stone Cross 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.
- First, tell us about your party.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Share the timings for the day
How to get a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Stone Cross? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
Venues often 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 will confirm what we can provide.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
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 will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why Stone Cross hosts choose us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Classic food your guests already know
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Take a look at how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
Diets, allergies and planning
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Send us a photo of the drive
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Arrange an alternative if needed
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
We park on the agreed spot and set up, then serve as guests come up.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
- 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