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Wedding fish and chip van in Chillenden, Kent
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Wedding fish and chip van in Chillenden.
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Second-day and after-party food
- Informal weddings
Fresh fish and chips in Chillenden
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Distance and any road charges
- Access and parking
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Service time
The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It’s worth asking early.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
About our wedding fish and chip van in Chillenden
At informal weddings, the van can even serve the main meal. Most use it for evening food, when it is most welcome. Whether it’s informal weddings and garden and marquee receptions, we will put together a menu of haddock and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips for your guests.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Chillenden, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and it is a favourite with children.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
Late-night snacks from the venue can be small. A chip van makes sure nobody goes home hungry. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
Why Chillenden hosts choose us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Hot food handed straight over
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Something for guests to gather round
Take a look at how we price or what a fish and chip van costs.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers early
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Name a friend or coordinator as our contact
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
Sending tables up in turn keeps the queue short if you have plenty of guests.
Think about cover by the hatch for wet evenings.
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, park the van and get the fryers going. Your guests can wander over to the hatch once service starts. In Chillenden, evening wedding food frequently coincides with dusk: sunset is around 8:45pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September. Festoon lights by the van look lovely in the photos.
- First, tell us about your wedding.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
How to get a price
Each quote is put together for your wedding. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Chillenden
We’re gathering after a service at Church of All Saints: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
What’s the nearest station to Chillenden?
The closest is Aylesham station, roughly 1.9 miles away.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Do you do evening food for weddings?
Of course. It’s our most popular wedding booking. Send us your date and venue.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before you book.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Planning the van’s spot
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A short walk from the party
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Chillenden
- Haddock and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
Getting married in Chillenden?
Chillenden is about 6 miles west of Deal, in Kent. For a wedding in Chillenden, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages in Kent. We serve events right across the region, from Chillenden to Canterbury (about 8 miles away).
Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of All Saints frequently hold the reception nearby, with the van parked by the marquee or hall. Wedding photographers in the area frequently head for Monk's Wall nature reserve.
This part of Kent takes in CT3, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. For weddings just outside Chillenden, we cover Goodnestone (1 mile north-west), Nonington (1 mile south-west), Heronden (2 miles east), Barnsole (2 miles north) and Hammill Park (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (7 miles south), Folkestone (11 miles south), Ramsgate (10 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (12 miles north-east).
Within reach you’ll find Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- 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