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Fish and chip van hire in ME20

A mobile fish and chip van across ME20, covering Ditton, Aylesford and Lunsford. Weddings, parties, staff days, fêtes and wakes, fried fresh at the hatch.

Fish and chips across ME20

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Our fish and chip van hire in ME20

Because the cooking is in the van, the weather doesn’t stop us. That makes it a safe bet for British events. We serve gravy, mushy peas and curry sauce, and we are frequently booked for village fêtes and school fairs and festive get-togethers.

We need a level, firm place to park the van, near your guests, and we agree exactly where before the day.

We start with a few details about your event.
You get an availability check and a clear quote.
We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.

Cost

Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.

Why book with us

Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Bookings across Kent, including ME20
We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Fried fresh, not kept warm

Getting a price

Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.

Near you in Ditton

In Ditton, that can mean an event near Ditton Quarry, Ditton Infant School and Aylesford School. Nearby too are St Peter's Church (within half a mile west), The Malling School (1 mile west) and Kentish Quarryman pub (within half a mile north). The nearest railway station is Aylesford station, about 0.6 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Leybourne Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and Fremlin Walk (3.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Ditton includes Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.

Chip van hire across ME20

ME20 covers everything from Allington, Ditton and Aylesford to 8 small villages and hamlets, and the van works in all of them. Town bookings mean planning parking; village bookings mean planning access.

Ditton: If you had Ditton Quarry in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans can’t simply park up and serve in a public park. Within reach of Ditton are historic houses such as Starkey Castle (4.8 miles north). Historic venues frequently limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one. Around midsummer it stays light in Ditton until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:00pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.

For planners, venues and organisers

If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.

Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.

Prices and what affects them

There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:

How far we travel
Whether a minimum applies
The length of service
How many people are eating

When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.

What we need to know

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

Where the van would park
A picture of the space and the way in
The date and time of the event
Roughly how many people, including children

We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.

A fish and chip van or other catering?

Ordering a takeaway for a crowd means long waits and food that cools on the journey. The van cooks right there, so the batter is still crisp.

Comparing caterers

VAT, if it applies
How late numbers can change
Whether there’s a minimum
Any travel, parking or access charges

Planning for dietary needs

A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:

Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
Tell us how many children are coming
Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
Confirm allergies by email

The fryers take a little while to heat, so we get there in good time. If timings shift, we adapt.

Somewhere to sit or lean makes fish and chips easier to eat.

The menu, dish by dish

Curry sauce

Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, great with chips and sausages.

Sausage and chips

Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and children love it.

Questions from ME20

How soon do we need to book?

As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.

Do we need to provide equipment?

All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.

What if the weather’s bad?

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

Is grass a problem?

That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we’ll advise.

What is fish and chip van hire?

The van comes to you, fry everything to order, and serve at the time you want.

Can we choose cod or haddock?

We serve cod and haddock; tell us which you’d like for your event.

What does the van need?

Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a picture.

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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