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Fish and chip van hire in CT13
Planning an event in CT13? We serve Sandwich, Eastry and Buttsole and every street in between, with fish and chips fried to order.
Fish and chips across CT13
Places in CT13
- Sandwich
- Eastry
- Buttsole
- Woodnesborough
- Great Stonar
- Sandwich Bay Estate
- Flemings
- Hammill Park
- Marshborough
- Richborough Port
- Heronden
- Coombe
- Ebbsfleet
Our van across CT13
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Funeral and wake catering
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Fish and chip van hire
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Film and TV set catering
- See everything we do
Tell us your date, numbers and venue for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Fish and chip van hire across CT13
Few meals are as universally loved as fish and chips. It’s why a chip van suits so many occasions. We’re often asked to cater company team days and garden parties and summer get-togethers, serving pie and chips, gravy and curry sauce.
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your event in CT13.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- We arrive early, set up and get the fryers hot.
- We cook to order and serve hot at the time you chose.
- When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Prices in CT13
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Classic food your guests already know
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Something for guests to gather round
- Events in CT13 and across Kent
Get a quote
Planning a fish and chip van in CT13? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
Near you in Sandwich
Around Sandwich, we take the van to homes and venues near Sandwich United Reformed Church, Ham Fen and The Red Cow Public House, among other places. Nearby too are Sir Roger Manwood's School (within half a mile east) and Sandwich Infant School (less than half a mile north). There is a railway station in Sandwich itself: Sandwich station. A little further out are The Precinct Toy Collection (under half a mile north) and Ramsgate General Hospital (5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Sandwich include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Chip van hire across CT13
There are 3 towns and 11 villages and hamlets in CT13, so the setting can be anything from Sandwich, Eastry and Buttsole to a quiet hamlet: firm ground, access and agreed timings. 12 of the places we cover in CT13 are within about 6 miles of the sea, so we often plan a sheltered side for the queue, and fish and chips feels right at home.
Sandwich: After a service at Sandwich United Reformed Church, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house. If guests are travelling by rail, Sandwich station is in Sandwich itself. Planning an evening event in Sandwich? Sunset is around 8:45pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September; once it is dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
The oil needs time to come up to temperature, so we arrive well before service. If plans change, tell us and we will adjust.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
A chip van compared with other options
Next to a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which helps if some guests don’t eat pork.
What your quote should include
- What happens if plans change
- Whether VAT is included
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- When final numbers are due
What the van needs
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A short walk from the party
About the food
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
FAQs for CT13
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
Does a chip van work for big events?
That depends on how many and how quickly. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll plan for them.
How long are you on site?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan service around it.
- 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