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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Chitty
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your wedding turns food into part of your wedding in Chitty.
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Rustic farm weddings
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
Planning an event in Chitty?
How it works
We don’t cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it’s ordered, so it’s as fresh as from any chip shop. For a summer wedding in Chitty, the sun sets at about 9:15pm in late June and about 7:00pm in late September, which means evening fish and chips is often served in daylight in June and July. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it is dark by about 3:50pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
How to prepare
- Clear the route for the van
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: tell us the basics about your wedding, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
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How our wedding fish and chip van works in Chitty
Evening food keeps the party going, and few things are as welcome as hot fish and chips late in the evening. For rustic farm weddings and evening food for day and evening guests, we’ll put together a menu of mushy peas, haddock and chips and cod and chips.
A wedding in a small place like Chitty frequently means a field, a barn or a family garden. A chip van is made for that: no kitchen, just firm ground nearby. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. We serve from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
What a fish and chip van costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Parking and the way in
- Distance and any road charges
- Service time
- The date and time of year
Larger groups usually cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of where the van would go
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Working with your venue
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Space, access and the venue
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
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What else we do in Chitty
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Planning wedding fish and chips in Chitty
Chitty is about 4 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. For a wedding in Chitty, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Chitty is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Chitty to Canterbury (about 7 miles away).
It’s worth telling train travellers that the closest railway station is Herne Bay station, roughly 4 miles north-west of the centre. If you’re hoping for photos in Grove Ferry Picnic Area, check whether the park needs permission for photography or gatherings. With the coast within about 4 miles, fish and chips suits a seaside-style wedding. We will think about shelter from sea breezes.
For weddings in CT3, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. Close by, we cover weddings in Chislet (1 mile west), Hollow Street (1 mile south-west), Boyden Gate (1 mile north-west), Old Tree (1 mile west) and Highstead (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (7 miles south-west), Margate (9 miles east), Dover (14 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles east), Broadstairs (10 miles east) and Whitstable (7 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include St Martins Hospital (5.8 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Give us a contact for the day who isn’t the couple
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Not every evening guest eats: ask us how many to plan for
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who can’t eat from the van
Sending tables up in turn keeps the queue short if you have plenty of guests.
Festoon lights by the van look lovely in the evening photos.
Perfect for your wedding in Chitty
It’s ideal for outdoor and rustic weddings, where the van can park near the party.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Chitty and Kent:
- Day-after gatherings
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
After a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary the Virgin, many couples move to a marquee or hall nearby, which is where the van comes in.
What to look for in a quote
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- How late numbers can change
- Payment terms and deposit
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Chitty
Which station is closest to Chitty?
Herne Bay station, about 4 miles north-west of the centre.
Is Chitty close to London?
About 57 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
Can the van come to Chitty?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Chitty and across Kent. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Will guests take photos at the van?
Lots of couples ask for a picture at the van. If not, ask your venue to park it out of the main photo spots.
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.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before you book.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
- 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