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Wedding fish and chip van in Cheriton, Kent
Wedding fish and chip van in Cheriton: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Food after the first dance
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
Book the van in Cheriton
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
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.
How our wedding fish and chip van works in Cheriton
Timings are planned with you and the venue, so service fits around the first dance, the cake and the band. Typical bookings include garden and marquee receptions and laid-back receptions, with mushy peas, curry sauce and sausage and chips.
In Cheriton, a local ceremony and a marquee reception is a lovely, personal choice. We park close by for evening food. Let us know about access for the van. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and handed over as soon as it is ready.
Questions from Cheriton
Which station is closest to Cheriton?
The closest is Folkestone West station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
We are gathering after a service at Church of All Souls: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
What time will you serve?
Most couples choose between 8pm and 9:30pm, once the first dance is done. We’ll fit your running order.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll say what we need.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan service around it.
What a fish and chip van costs
We’ll give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Access and parking
- Numbers
- Your choice of menu
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The address or venue name
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A photo of the space and the way in
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, fill in our quote form.
Where the van can park in Cheriton
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Have a back-up for guests with special diets
- Not every evening guest eats: ask us how many to plan for
- Ensure we have someone to call on the day
- Add an allergy question to your RSVP card
Remember the band, photographer and venue staff in your numbers.
A chalkboard sign with the menu by the van adds a nice touch.
The menu, dish by dish
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Cheriton?
Formal evening food costs more and slows the party down. Fish and chips from the hatch keeps it informal, and guests eat where they like. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
What you get with us
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Events in Cheriton and across Kent
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Occasions we serve in Cheriton
The van keeps cooking in any weather, which is reassuring for an outdoor wedding.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Cheriton and Kent:
- Second-day and after-party food
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Engagement celebrations
Lower Leas Coastal Park can make a pretty photo stop, but check its rules for wedding groups first.
What to look for in a quote
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether there is a minimum
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
Also in Cheriton
Weddings in Cheriton: venues, ceremonies and travel
Cheriton is about 1 mile west of Folkestone, in Kent. For a wedding in Cheriton, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Cheriton is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Cheriton to Canterbury (about 13 miles away).
For guests travelling by train, Folkestone West station is about 0.6 miles away. Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of All Souls often hold the reception nearby, with the van parked by the marquee or hall. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Cheriton, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access with the venue. The sea is within about 2 miles, perfect for a seaside-themed wedding. We will plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
We take the van to weddings all over the CT19, CT20 and CT50 postcode area. Streets in the area include Oaks Road, Firs Lane and Star Lane, and the van can serve a wedding on any of them with a suitable parking spot. You’ll find Cheriton on the M20, which makes the journey straightforward. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include Sandgate (1 mile south), Folkestone (1 mile east), Peene (1 mile north-west), Newington (1 mile west) and Arpinge (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Ashford (12 miles west), Canterbury (13 miles north), Dover (8 miles north-east), Deal (14 miles north-east), Hythe (3 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (7 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Sandgate Castle (1 mile south) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (1.3 miles north-west). Within reach you will find Sugar Loaf Hill.
- Local schools include Pent Valley Technology College (within half a mile north-east) and The Folkestone Academy (1.1 miles east)
- Local pubs include White Lion pub (under half a mile west)
How the day works
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we are there in good time before you want to eat. At midsummer, sunset in Cheriton is about 9:15pm, so the van can serve before or after your sunset photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:45pm, and in late September about 7:00pm.
- Share your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check access at the venue and send a price.
- Timings are agreed with you and the venue coordinator.
- We set up during the reception and start frying at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we clear our spot and leave you to the party.
How to prepare
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. Just use our quote form.
Read more
- 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