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Fish and chip van hire in CT9
Hosting a party in CT9? We cover Margate, Northdown and Cliftonville and every street in between, with fish and chips fried to order.
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Areas within CT9
Occasions in CT9
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Funeral and wake catering
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Fish and chip van hire
- Film and TV set catering
- Every service
Send us your event details and postcode and we’ll reply with a price: use our quote form.
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Fish and chip van hire in CT9: what to expect
Rain does not stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. That makes it a safe bet for British events. Popular choices include sausage and chips, cod and chips and curry sauce, and typical bookings are for community events and fairs and garden get-togethers.
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your event.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- 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.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Prices in CT9
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book our van
- No surprises in your quote
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Events in CT9 and across Kent
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Landmarks near Margate
Locally, our bookings take us close to Parish Church of St John the Baptist, Salmestone Primary School and Hartsdown Academy. The nearest railway station is Margate station, roughly 0.6 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Margate West (1.5 miles west) and Westwood Cross (1.6 miles south). The countryside around Margate includes Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
A fish and chip van across CT9: what to know
Across CT9, we serve 3 towns and 2 villages and hamlets, so whether your event is in Margate, Broadstairs and Northdown or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level spot, a clear way in and a plan. 10 of the places we cover in CT9 are within about 6 miles of the sea, where we always think about shelter for the queue, and fish and chips feels right at home.
Margate: PTAs at schools such as Salmestone Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Parish Church of St John the Baptist, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Margate, it stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, but by late December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Your choice of menu
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Access and parking
- The length of service
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It’s worth asking early.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The date and time of the event
- The address or venue name
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Should I sort the food myself?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. 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.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For food that suits almost everyone, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether there’s a minimum
- Whether VAT is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- The cancellation terms
Events we cater in CT9
It suits relaxed, sociable events, with people coming up to the hatch as they please.
In CT9 and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Staff lunches and team days
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Christmas parties
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in CT9? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
FAQs for CT9
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
What happens when we hire the van?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
Is fish and chips enough as a meal?
Yes. Fish and chips with mushy peas is a full meal.
Can you feed a lot of people?
Often, yes. Give us your numbers and service time, and we will plan it with you.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
What do you bring?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
- 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