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Party Fish and Chip Van in Tonbridge
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Party fish and chip van in Tonbridge.
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
Party fish and chip van for Tonbridge events
Party fish and chip van in Tonbridge, fried fresh
Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers suit a chip van too, with the right permissions in place. For engagement parties and kids’ birthday parties, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, cod and chips and pie and chips.
In Tonbridge, home and the local hall are popular party venues. A chip van suits either, as long as there’s a spot outside. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
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What else we do in Tonbridge
Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Tonbridge: your questions answered
Can the van park in Haysden Country Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them first.
Is Tonbridge close to London?
About 26 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the van come to Tonbridge?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Tonbridge. To check your date, use our quote form.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van, mainly. Mention power and water and we will confirm the rest.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll plan for them.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
How the day works
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. A summer party in Tonbridge stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Have a level parking spot ready
How to get a price
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can use our quote form.
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A fish and chip van or other catering?
A hog roast is pork only, while a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book our van in Tonbridge
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- No surprises in your quote
- Something for guests to gather round
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Read our prices page or the cost guide.
What the van needs
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- A spot near your guests
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Tonbridge
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Chips
Perfect for your party in Tonbridge
People book a chip van for parties because nobody has to cook. And it is fun.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Tonbridge book the van for events such as:
- Summer garden parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Retirement celebrations
- Family parties with children
Nearby historic houses include Ightham Mote (4.1 miles north) and Penshurst Place (4.4 miles west). Grand settings like these frequently have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler.
Before booking anyone
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How allergens are handled
- A clear list of what’s included
- How many hours the van serves
What comes out of the fryer
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Parties in Tonbridge: homes, halls and local tips
Tonbridge is about 12 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Wherever your party is in the TN9 area, we can bring the van to you. We take the van to 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 26 miles away.
Guests arriving by train should know that Tonbridge station is about 0.6 miles away. A christening at Church of St Peter and St Paul followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
We cover parties in every part of the TN9, TN10 and TN11 postcode area and the streets around it. That could mean a party at a home on High Street, Old London Road and London Road or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Being close to the A26 and A227, Tonbridge is simple for us to get to for your party. We also bring the van to parties in Lower Haysden (2 miles south-west), Leigh (3 miles west), Bidborough (3 miles south-west), Southborough (3 miles south) and Printstile (3 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (12 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (7 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (4 miles south), Swanley (14 miles north), Kings Hill (7 miles north-east) and Foley Park (12 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include The Milne Museum (less than half a mile west) and Tonbridge Castle (less than half a mile south-west). Green spaces nearby include Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve and Barden Lake.
- Schools near Tonbridge include Hillview School for Girls (0.7 miles south) and Royal Rise Primary School (0.8 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find Ivy House Public House (under half a mile west)
What affects the price in Tonbridge
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Cod, haddock or both
- Numbers
- How far we travel
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Details that help
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Where the van would park
- Where the event is
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
- 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