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Wedding fish and chip van in Eythorne, Kent
Wedding fish and chip van in Eythorne: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
- Rustic farm weddings
Fresh fish and chips in Eythorne
Eythorne: your questions answered
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Peter and St Paul: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
Is Eythorne close to London?
About 62 miles from central London.
What does the van need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options.
What can guests choose from?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Wedding fish and chip van in Eythorne, cooked to order
Timings are planned with you and the venue, so the food fits your running order. Whether it is engagement celebrations and food after the first dance, we’ll put together a menu of haddock and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips and more.
A wedding in a small place like Eythorne often means a field, a barn or a family garden. A chip van is made for that: no kitchen needed, just a firm spot near the party. Let us know about access and ground. We serve from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
How it works
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out at the time you asked for. At a December wedding in Eythorne, it is dark by about 3:50pm, so the route from the reception to the van needs lighting.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the van can get in
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Looking after everyone
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Plan bins by the hatch
- Name a friend or coordinator as our contact
- Don’t forget your suppliers
- Ask your venue about catering vans first
Once everyone has eaten, we pack up and let the dancing carry on.
A little sign by the van tells guests what’s on.
Organising for someone else?
Hosting at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the wedding.
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Any minimum charge
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The menu and how many choices
- The number of meals
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your wedding is.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where the event is
- Where the van would park
- Roughly how many people, including children
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Eythorne, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Nearby places to Eythorne
Other occasions in Eythorne
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Events we cater in Eythorne
It is ideal for outdoor and rustic weddings, where there is room to park the van close by.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Day-after gatherings
- Food after the first dance
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of St Peter and St Paul frequently hold the reception nearby, with the van parked by the marquee or hall.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- When payment is due
- The van’s size and access needs
- The cancellation terms
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A second sit-down meal in the evening is expensive and formal. Fish and chips from the hatch keeps it informal, and guests eat where they like. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Eythorne hosts choose us
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Something for guests to gather round
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Classic food your guests already know
Take a look at how we price or what a fish and chip van costs.
Weddings in Eythorne: venues, ceremonies and travel
Eythorne is about 4 miles north of Dover, in Kent. Tell us where your wedding in Eythorne will be, and we will plan the route and the parking spot before the day. Eythorne is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 10 miles away.
It is worth telling train travellers that the nearest station is Shepherds Well station, about 1.8 miles west. Within reach of Eythorne are historic houses such as Goodnestone Park (3.6 miles north-west). Historic houses and estates frequently have rules on catering vans, so check early if that’s your venue. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Eythorne, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access with the venue. The sea is within about 6 miles, perfect for a seaside-themed wedding. We will think about shelter from sea breezes.
For weddings in CT15, we just need to know where the van can park. Local streets include The Street, Sandwich Road and New Road; a wedding on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Waldershare (1 mile south-west), Sibertswold (2 miles south-west), Coldred (2 miles south-west), Halfway Street (2 miles south-west) and Lydden (3 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (10 miles north-west), Margate (14 miles north), Dover (4 miles south), Folkestone (9 miles south-west), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Dover Transport Museum (3.5 miles south) and Buckland Hospital (4.7 miles south).
- Pubs nearby include The White Horse pub (less than half a mile north-west)
- 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