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Fish and chip van for parties in Tenterden, Kent
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your party in Tenterden and the surrounding area.
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
A chip van near Tenterden
Party fish and chip van in Tenterden, fried fresh
Food is fried to order, so it’s hot and crisp, not left out on a table for hours. Whether it is neighbourhood get-togethers and garden get-togethers, we can cook gravy, pie and chips and mushy peas.
For a party in Tenterden, home is often the best venue. Tell us about the drive and the lane, and we will bring everything else. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Events we cater in Tenterden
It works at home: a drive or firm lawn is enough.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Leaving parties
- Naming days and christenings
- Family reunions
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Within reach of Tenterden are historic houses such as Smallhythe Place (2.2 miles south). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
What your quote should include
- When payment is due
- Whether VAT is included
- How late numbers can change
- The cancellation terms
Places near Tenterden
Also in Tenterden
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Tenterden
Is Tenterden close to London?
About 45 miles from central London.
Can the van park in Turners Field?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
What do you need at the house?
Tell us what’s available at the address when you enquire, and we will confirm what we need.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
How early do summer dates go?
Weekends from May to September are busiest, so ask early.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Can the van come to our street party?
Frequently, yes. Start the road closure application early.
Tenterden parties: what to know
Tenterden is about 9 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. From the centre of Tenterden to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Tenterden is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Tenterden to Canterbury (22 miles away).
Thinking of using Turners Field? Parks usually need the owner’s permission, frequently the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade. A christening at Parish Church of St Mildred followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan. Tenterden is within about 8 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Wherever your party is in TN30, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your party is on Golden Square, High Street and Station Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Being close to the A28 and B2067, Tenterden is easy for us to reach with the van. Other places close to Tenterden we cover include Broad Tenterden (1 mile south), St Michaels (1 mile north), Strood (2 miles west), London Beach (2 miles north) and Parkgate (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (15 miles north-west), Ashford (9 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (15 miles north-west), Bearsted (15 miles north), Park Wood (13 miles north-west) and Kennington (11 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tenterden and District Museum (less than half a mile west) and Benenden Hospital (3.4 miles west).
- Local schools include Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre (0.5 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Vine Inn (under half a mile south-west)
Organising for someone else?
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.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
What comes out of the fryer
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it’s on the menu.
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
What happens on the day
Service is quick: food goes from the fryer to the hatch. Afterwards we pack up. Autumn and winter parties in Tenterden get dark early: about 7:00pm in late September and 3:50pm in December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- Send us the date, address, numbers and serving time.
- You get an access check and a clear price.
- On the day we arrive, park up and heat the fryers.
- We serve hot from the hatch while the party carries on.
- We pack up when we are done and leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. When you are ready, use our quote form.
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Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Show us where the van would go
After service, we pack up.
A gazebo by the hatch keeps the queue dry.
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A clear area by the serving hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Your choice of menu
- Service time
- Numbers
- Parking and the way in
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A picture of the parking spot
- The spot you have in mind for the van
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
- 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