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Fish and chip van hire in CT7

We take the van to every part of the CT7 postcode district, including Birchington, St Nicholas at Wade and Acol. Fish and chips are cooked to order at your event.

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How fish and chip van hire works in CT7

Few meals are as universally loved as fish and chips. It’s why a chip van suits so many occasions in CT7. Popular choices include curry sauce, pie and chips and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for staff thank-you lunches and wakes and gatherings after a funeral.

The first sign we’ve arrived is usually the smell. From then on, people come up as they’re ready.

Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
You hear back on the date and the price.
The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
We leave the spot as we found it.

What it costs in CT7

A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We’ll send you a quote.

What you get with us

Rain does not stop the fryers
Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
A van that becomes part of the event

Getting a price

Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.

Landmarks near Birchington

Bookings here are frequently close to Church of All Saints, The Powell Arms Public House and King Ethelbert School, among other places. There’s a railway station in Birchington itself: Birchington-On-Sea station, handy for guests travelling by train. Well-known places in the area include Powell-Cotton Museum (0.8 miles south-east) and Margate West (2 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.

Chip van hire across CT7

There are 3 towns and 3 villages and hamlets in CT7, so whether your event is in Margate, Westgate-on-Sea and Birchington or a quiet village, the approach is the same: firm ground, access and agreed timings. Around 6 places in CT7 are close to the coast, where we always think about shelter for the queue, and fish and chips feels right at home.

Birchington: For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Church of All Saints, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby. Within reach of Birchington are historic houses such as Quex Park (1 mile south-east). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one. Light matters for evening service: in Birchington, sunset is around 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 3:50pm.

Space, access and the venue

A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:

A route in without tight gates or low branches
Flat, firm ground for the van
A short walk from the party

Should I sort the food myself?

Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.

Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.

Diets, allergies and planning

Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:

Arrange an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
Collect allergies with your RSVPs
Plan bins near the queue
Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early

It helps to have bins and napkins by the van.

Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.

For event organisers in CT7

For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.

Hosting at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will let you know if the van will fit.

What a fish and chip van costs

Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:

Numbers
Service time
Any minimum charge
The menu and how many choices

Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.

What we need to know

A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:

Dietary needs, with numbers
Where the van would park
The venue or postcode
The date and when you’d like to eat

Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability right away.

Your questions about a fish and chip van in CT7

What can guests choose from?

Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.

How long does set-up take?

It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.

How much space do you need?

Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.

Can you cook in the rain?

We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.

Do you take everything away?

The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.

Do we need to provide anything?

Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll confirm what we need.

Can you park on the road outside?

It depends on the road. Off-road parking is typically simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.

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

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