Kent · England
Fish and chip van hire in CT17
Fish and chip van hire across CT17, covering Dover, Tower Hamlets and River. Weddings, parties, staff days, fêtes and wakes, fried fresh at the hatch.
Planning an event in CT17?
Areas within CT17
What we do in CT17
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Funeral and wake catering
- Film and TV set catering
- Fish and chip van hire
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- All occasions
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a price: fill in our quote form.
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Every area we cover
About fish and chip van hire in CT17
Because the cooking is in the van, the weather does not stop us. It’s a dependable choice for events in any season. Typical bookings include Fêtes, fairs and school events and company team days, serving cod and chips, sausage and chips and gravy.
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, park on the agreed spot, and cook and serve without fuss.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Cost
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book our van
- We cover CT17 and the whole of Kent
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Something for guests to gather round
Getting a price
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Local landmarks in Dover
You will find the van serving near Parish Church of St Andrew Buckland, Connaught Park and St Edmund's Catholic School, among other places. Also close by are Shatterlocks Infant School (under half a mile north-west), The Bull pub (less than half a mile south-west) and St Edmund's Catholic School (under half a mile south-east). The closest station to Dover is Dover Priory station, roughly 0.9 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Dover Castle (1.3 miles south-east) and Crabble Corn Mill (0.7 miles west). The countryside around Dover includes Dover Western Heights.
Fish and chip van hire in CT17: local guide
There are 3 towns and 3 villages and hamlets in CT17, so the setting can be anything from Dover, Tower Hamlets and Charlton-in-Dover to a quiet hamlet: a level spot, a clear way in and a plan. 8 of the places we cover in CT17 are within about 6 miles of the sea, where we always think about shelter for the queue.
Dover: After a service at Parish Church of St Andrew Buckland, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house. Coming by train? The nearest station is Dover Priory station, about 0.9 miles south. Evenings in Dover stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:00pm; once it is dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
Why a fish and chip van works
It suits relaxed, sociable events, where people can wander up when they’re ready.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Summer garden parties
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Birthday celebrations
- Care home visits
About the food
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
- Fewer choices mean faster service
- Put allergy details in writing
- Put bins and napkins by the van
After service, we pack up, leaving the pitch tidy.
Let everyone know when the food is ready, so they do not miss out.
For event organisers in CT17
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Organising a club, school or community event in CT17? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
What the van needs
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
Common questions in CT17
Can the van park on grass?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we’ll plan for them.
What happens when we hire the van?
We arrive with the van, fry everything to order, and serve when you’re ready to eat.
Do you bring everything you need?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
Is it a full meal?
Fish and chips is a meal in itself. You can add your own desserts if you like.
- 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