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Fish and chip van for parties in Weddington, Kent
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Weddington? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Naming days and christenings
- Leaving parties
- Kids’ birthday parties
Planning an event in Weddington?
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
How our party fish and chip van works in Weddington
A chip van also works for street parties, once the council has agreed the road closure. Typical bookings include get-togethers with old friends and retirement celebrations, with mushy peas, sausage and chips and haddock and chips.
In a small place like Weddington, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. Everything is fried fresh at your party, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Make sure the van can park legally
We park on the agreed spot and set up, and serve as the party carries on.
Your own cake makes the perfect finish.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Weddington
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Nicholas?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
Which station is closest to Weddington?
Sandwich station, about 2.6 miles south-east of the centre.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we will take it from there.
Do we need to provide anything?
Mostly just a good parking spot. Tell us what’s available and we will take it from there.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
How long will the queue be?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Ordering in for a crowd means long waits. The van cooks right there. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Weddington hosts choose us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A clear quote before booking
- All the chip-shop extras
- Everything cooked to order at your event
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Events we cater in Weddington
Everyone from toddlers to grandparents enjoys it, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Weddington book the van for occasions like:
- Milestone birthdays
- Family reunions
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Leaving parties
For party guests on the train, the closest railway station is Sandwich station, roughly 2.6 miles south-east of the centre.
Comparing caterers
- Any minimum charge
- Payment terms and deposit
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- A clear list of what’s included
Party venues around Weddington
Weddington is about 7 miles south-west of Ramsgate, in Kent. Give us the address of your party in Weddington, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. Weddington is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Weddington to Canterbury (about 9 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Weddington are Goodnestone Park (3.9 miles south-west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. A christening at Church of St Nicholas followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
Here we cover the CT3 postcode area. Close by, we cover parties in Cop Street (1 mile north), Ash (1 mile south-west), Guilton (1 mile south-west), Coombe (1 mile south) and Durlock (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (9 miles west), Margate (8 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (7 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (8 miles north-east).
A little further out are White Mill (1.9 miles east). Open spaces near Weddington include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Chequer Inn (0.6 miles south-west)
Space, access and the venue
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
Also in Weddington
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The number of meals
- Access and parking
- How long we serve
- The menu and how many choices
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Weddington? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
The process
We need a level, firm place to park the van, near your guests, and we agree exactly where before the day. Sunset in Weddington drops to about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just use our quote form.
Related guides
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
- 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