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Wedding Fish and Chip Van for East Hill events
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Wedding fish and chip van in East Hill.
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Day-after gatherings
Wedding fish and chip van in East Hill
Wedding fish and chip van in East Hill, cooked to order
The smell of fish and chips drifting across the reception does the inviting. People chat in the queue and come back with full hands. Popular choices include curry sauce, mushy peas and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for vow renewals and anniversaries and laid-back receptions.
A wedding in a small place like East Hill often means a field, a barn or a family garden. That is where a chip van shines: 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 service is quick once we are up and running.
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, great with chips and sausages.
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Plan bins by the hatch
- Talk to us about evening numbers
- Have a back-up for guests with special diets
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
Remember the band, photographer and venue staff when you give us numbers.
Ask your band or DJ to tell guests the van is open.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Evening food can be anything from bacon rolls to pizza. A chip van gives a more filling, proper meal. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why East Hill hosts choose us
- A quote that spells everything out
- All the chip-shop extras
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Space, access and the venue
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:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your wedding. We handle the cooking and serving. For a summer wedding in East Hill, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm 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’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Plan where the queue will stand
Getting a price
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. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in East Hill
Which station is closest to East Hill?
Shoreham (Kent) station, about 2.1 miles west of the centre.
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Can you cater for allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
Can you do our evening wedding food?
Yes, that is what most couples book us for. We will fit around your first dance and band.
Will the van be in our photos?
Many couples love having it in the photos. If not, ask your venue to park it out of the main photo spots.
What can guests choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
How much does a fish and chip van for your wedding cost in East Hill?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your wedding and we will send a quote.
Can the van come to East Hill?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and East Hill is within our area and the rest of Kent. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Weddings in East Hill: venues, ceremonies and travel
East Hill is about 5 miles north-east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. In and around East Hill, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. We serve 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from East Hill to London (about 18 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Lullingstone Castle (2.2 miles north-west). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and vehicles. If you’re hoping for photos in Kemsing Down, check whether the park needs permission for photography or gatherings. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 3 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
We serve weddings across the TN15 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your wedding is on Cherry Tree Grove, Ashen Grove Road and East Hill Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Knatts Valley (1 mile south-east), Romney Street (1 mile south-west), West Kingsdown (1 mile north-east), Maplescombe (1 mile north) and Woodlands (1 mile south). Further out, we also take the van to Maidstone (14 miles east), Dartford (7 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles south-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (10 miles south).
A little further out are Sevenoaks Hospital (4 miles south-west) and Otford Heritage Centre (2.8 miles south-west).
Organising for someone else?
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the wedding.
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.
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The day of the week
- Numbers
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Parking and the way in
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your wedding.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- A picture of where the van would go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Send us the date, the address or TN15 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Nearby places to East Hill
More for events in East Hill
- 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