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Fish and chip van hire in CT11
A mobile fish and chip van across CT11, from Ramsgate, St Lawrence and Chilton. Weddings, parties, staff days, fêtes and wakes, fried fresh at the hatch.
Planning an event in CT11?
Areas within CT11
Events we cater in CT11
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Film and TV set catering
- Fish and chip van hire
- Funeral and wake catering
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Fish and chip van for parties
- All occasions
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a price: fill in our quote form.
About fish and chip van hire in CT11
Queuing at the hatch is half the experience. People chat, the smell drifts across, and the food arrives hot. Typical bookings include garden parties and summer get-togethers and festive get-togethers, serving mushy peas, sausage and chips and pie and chips.
Because we cook inside the van, rain does not stop us. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check the date and the space for the van, then send a quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, park up and heat the fryers.
- We cook to order and serve hot at the time you chose.
- When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Pricing in CT11
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book our van
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- We cover CT11 and the whole of Kent
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Getting a price
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Landmarks near Ramsgate
Around Ramsgate, we take the van to homes and venues near The Derby Arms, St George's Boys School and St. Luke's Church, among other places. Other local landmarks include Priory Infant School (less than half a mile south) and Chatham House Grammar School (within half a mile south-east). Ramsgate has its own railway station: Ramsgate station, handy for guests travelling by train. Nearby you’ll also find Westwood Cross (1.6 miles north-west) and Ramsgate Museum (under half a mile south-east). Green spaces within easy reach include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
Fish and chip van hire in CT11: local guide
There are 3 towns and 1 villages and hamlets in CT11, so the setting can be anything from Ramsgate, St Lawrence and Newington to a quiet hamlet: firm ground, access and agreed timings. Around 7 places in CT11 are close to the coast, so we often plan a sheltered side for the queue.
Ramsgate: Coming by train? Ramsgate station serves Ramsgate directly. For a fundraiser at a school like Priory Infant School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Ramsgate, it stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 3:50pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
Is a fish and chip van right for you?
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and typically costs more per head. A van needs only a level spot and permission to park.
Comparing caterers
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- A clear list of what’s included
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The deadline for final numbers
Before you choose a spot
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A short walk from the party
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
Who books fish and chip van hire?
People book a chip van because it is food and a bit of fun at once. The hatch becomes a meeting point, and the food is hot and plentiful.
In CT11 and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Community events and fairs
- Evening wedding food
- Staff lunches and team days
- Summer garden parties
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Access and parking
- The length of service
- The day of the week
- Your choice of menu
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Details that help
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Where the event is
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Hosting at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
CT11: your questions answered
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. Find your area.
What’s on the menu?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
What happens if it rains?
The weather does not stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in CT11?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
- 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