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Fish and chip van for parties in West Yoke, Kent
Bring the chip shop to your party in West Yoke. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Garden get-togethers
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Naming days and christenings
Book the van in West Yoke
How our party fish and chip van works in West Yoke
It feels like a treat, but stays relaxed: paper portions of fish and chips in the garden. Popular choices include sausage and chips, pie and chips and haddock and chips, and typical bookings are for birthday parties and summer garden parties.
Country parties near West Yoke suit a chip van: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
FAQs for West Yoke
Do you come out to small places like West Yoke?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is West Yoke from London?
About 19 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you take everything away?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so it is fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Do you have allergen information?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll give you the allergen information.
Do we need to provide anything?
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.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Children normally love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
What do children eat?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Why choose party fish and chip van in West Yoke?
Fresh food beats a tired buffet.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Street parties
- Summer garden parties
- Big birthdays
- Family reunions
Among the historic houses close to West Yoke are Lullingstone Castle (4.4 miles west) and Cobham College (4.7 miles east). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler.
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if plans change
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- How allergens are handled
- The van’s size and access needs
What the van needs
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
How it works
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, which we agree with you beforehand. Sunset in West Yoke drops to about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December, so think about lighting by the van.
- 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.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Before we arrive
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Related guides
Organising for someone else?
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Towns and villages near West Yoke
Other occasions in West Yoke
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Put allergy details in writing
- Make sure the van can park legally
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
We park on the agreed spot and set up, and serve as the party carries on.
Finish with the birthday cake.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- How long we serve
- How easy the site is to reach
- The day of the week
- Any minimum charge
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your party is.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The venue or postcode
- Where the van would park
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in West Yoke? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
A chip van compared with other options
For a party that feels special but relaxed, a fish and chip van is a great choice. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Why West Yoke hosts choose us
- Hot food handed straight over
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A clear quote before you book
- Events in West Yoke and across Kent
Read our prices page or the cost guide.
Party venues around West Yoke
West Yoke is about 5 miles south-west of Northfleet, in Kent. For parties in West Yoke, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 19 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Longfield station, roughly 2.3 miles north of the centre. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Parish Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of West Yoke, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Anywhere in TN15, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your party could be at a house on Butler's Place, Ash Road and Manor Lane or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Other places close to West Yoke we cover include Ash (1 mile south), Fawkham Green (1 mile west), Speed Gate (1 mile west), Stansted (2 miles south) and West Kingsdown (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles south-east), Dartford (6 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (7 miles south-west), Gravesend (6 miles north-east), Tonbridge (11 miles south) and Northfleet (5 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Eynsford Castle (3.6 miles west) and Darent Valley Hospital (5.2 miles north).
- Schools near West Yoke include Longfield Academy (2.3 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The White Swan Public House (0.5 miles south)
- 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