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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Aldington Frith
We bring a fish and chip van for your wedding to Aldington Frith and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Informal weddings
- Coastal-themed receptions
Planning an event in Aldington Frith?
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Aldington Frith
We agree timings with you and your venue, so service fits around the first dance, the cake and the band. We’re frequently asked to cater food after the first dance and engagement celebrations, serving sausage and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas.
Rural weddings around Aldington Frith have a magic of their own, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
How the day works
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Then everything is fried to order, timed around your wedding. At a December wedding in Aldington Frith, it is dark by about 3:50pm, so the route from the reception to the van needs lighting.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the serving time
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Ask for a quote
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. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
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DIY versus a fish and chip van
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.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Questions from Aldington Frith
Could you trade in Poulton Wood?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Is Aldington Frith too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you come to Aldington Frith?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Aldington Frith. For a quote, use our quote form.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. See all areas.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is usually simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Name a friend or coordinator as our contact
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who cannot eat from the van
- Confirm the van can park at the venue
- Talk to us about evening numbers
Ushers or bridesmaids can send tables up in turn if you have plenty of guests.
Napkins or wet wipes by the van are a kindness to anyone in their wedding best.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Where the van can park in Aldington Frith
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Aldington Frith
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
Weddings in Aldington Frith: venues, ceremonies and travel
Aldington Frith is about 4 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. We serve weddings at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Aldington Frith. We serve 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 15 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Aldington Frith are Westenhanger Castle (5 miles east). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and vehicles. If you are hoping for photos in Poulton Wood, check whether the park needs permission for photography or gatherings. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 7 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
We serve weddings across TN25. That could mean a wedding at a home on Frith Road, Bourne Road and Priory Road, wherever the van can park. If your venue is just outside Aldington Frith, we also cover Bonnington (1 mile south-east), Clap Hill (1 mile east), Aldington (1 mile east), Stonestreet Green (1 mile east) and Postling Green (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (4 miles north-west), Canterbury (15 miles north-east), Folkestone (11 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north), Hythe (7 miles east) and Preston (15 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Ashford Designer Outlet (3.4 miles north-west) and Lympne Castle (4.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Hatch Park.
Events we cater in Aldington Frith
It typically costs far less per head than the main meal.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Rustic farm weddings
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Relaxed, informal receptions
Put the station on your invitation: Ham Street station is about 3.3 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- VAT, if it applies
- When payment is due
- The deadline for final numbers
A chip van compared with other options
Hog roasts are a wedding favourite, but it’s pork only. A chip van offers fish, sausages and pies. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- A clear quote before booking
- Something for guests to gather round
- No kitchen needed
- A menu almost everyone likes
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
- 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