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Fish and chip van hire in TN9
A mobile fish and chip van across TN9, from Tonbridge. For weddings, parties and work events, fried fresh at the hatch.
Planning an event in TN9?
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Our van across TN9
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Film and TV set catering
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Funeral and wake catering
- Fish and chip van hire
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Wedding fish and chip van
- See everything we do
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a price: use our quote form.
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Our fish and chip van hire in TN9
Fish and chips is the meal almost everyone in Britain knows and likes. That is why a van works for so many kinds of event in TN9. Typical bookings include village fêtes and school fairs and festive get-togethers, with haddock and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas.
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we are there in good time before you want to eat.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, park up and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried fresh and handed over from the hatch.
- Afterwards, we clear up and head off.
What it costs in TN9
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What you get with us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- A quote that spells everything out
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
What’s near Tonbridge
Bookings here are often close to Church of St Peter and St Paul, Royal Rise Primary School and Hillview School for Girls and the streets around them. Nearby too are Ivy House Public House (less than half a mile west), New Beacon School (less than half a mile north-west) and Haysden Country Park (1.4 miles west). Tonbridge’s nearest station is Tonbridge station, roughly 0.6 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find The Milne Museum (within half a mile west) and Tonbridge Castle (less than half a mile south-west). Open spaces near Tonbridge include Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve and Barden Lake.
A fish and chip van across TN9: what to know
There are 1 towns and 0 villages and hamlets in TN9, so the setting can be anything from Tonbridge to a quiet hamlet: a level spot, a clear way in and a plan.
Tonbridge: A green space like Haysden Country Park is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, normally the council’s. If you’re gathering after a service at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Tonbridge, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 3:55pm.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
How we price a fish and chip van
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The length of service
- How far we travel
- Any minimum charge
- Your choice of menu
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where the van would go
Still finalising the details? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
Fish and chips is best eaten right away, so we fry to order as the queue moves.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
Events we cater in TN9
There’s no kitchen needed, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where plated meals are hard.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Staff lunches and team days
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Christmas parties
- Care home visits
Food your guests will love
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
FAQs for TN9
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Can you feed a lot of people?
It can be. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan it with you.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. See all areas.
What is fish and chip van hire?
We arrive with the van, cook fresh on site, and serve at the time you want.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Normally, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
- 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