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Fish and chip van for parties in Westwood, Kent
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your party in Westwood. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Big birthdays
- Summer garden parties
- Family reunions
A chip van near Westwood
How it works
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. Midsummer parties in Westwood stay bright until about 9:15pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:00pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
How to get a price
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.
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About our party fish and chip van in Westwood
Birthdays, garden parties, anniversaries and christenings all suit a fish and chip van. It is food every generation enjoys. Popular choices include mushy peas, curry sauce and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for children’s parties and retirement celebrations.
Country parties near Westwood suit a chip van: fried fresh and eaten outside. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. You’ll know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
What a fish and chip van costs
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- The date and time of year
- Your choice of menu
- The minimum booking
- The length of service
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your party.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Where the event is
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where the van would park
Each quote is put together for your party. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
Space, access and the venue
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Westwood
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Gravy
Party venues around Westwood
Westwood is about 5 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. In and around Westwood, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
If you had Jumping Downs in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans cannot simply park up and serve in a public park. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. Westwood is within about 4 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Wherever your party is in CT4, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. For parties just outside Westwood, we cover Marley (1 mile east), Heart's Delight (2 miles east), Bishopsbourne (2 miles north-east), Kingston (2 miles north-east) and Derringstone (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (11 miles south-west), Canterbury (5 miles north), Dover (10 miles south-east), Folkestone (9 miles south), Whitstable (11 miles north) and Deal (13 miles east).
A little further out are Canterbury Castle (5 miles north) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (4.2 miles north).
Occasions we serve in Westwood
There is no kitchen to clear up afterwards.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Summer garden parties
- Leaving parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Bekesbourne station, about 4.1 miles north.
Comparing caterers
- Whether there is a minimum
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Whether VAT is included
For planners, venues and organisers
Hosting at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
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Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For a party that feels special but relaxed, a chip van is hard to beat in Westwood. The cost per head normally 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.
Why book our van in Westwood
- No kitchen needed
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at our pricing or what a fish and chip van costs.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Show us where the van would go
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Count children separately
- Send allergies to us in writing
Let the neighbours know the van is coming, or invite them.
Finish with the birthday cake.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the party.
Westwood: your questions answered
Can the van park in Jumping Downs?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Peter and St Paul?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Send us the address.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your party and we will send a quote.
Can the van park on my drive?
It depends on the drive and the access. Tell us about gates, slopes and overhead branches, and we’ll tell you honestly.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
What do children eat?
Of course. Children normally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Do you bring everything you need?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we will confirm what we need.
Can the van come to Westwood?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Westwood and across Kent. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
- 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