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Wedding fish and chip van in Farthingloe, Kent
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your wedding in Farthingloe and the surrounding area.
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Engagement parties
- Evening wedding food
Fresh fish and chips in Farthingloe
Planners, venues and businesses
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Farthingloe
Once the fryers are on, guests find the van on their own. The queue becomes a place to catch up. We serve haddock and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce, and typical bookings are for wedding after-parties and evening wedding food.
Near Farthingloe, weddings are frequently in fields, barns or gardens. That’s where a chip van shines: no kitchen needed, just a firm spot near the party. Let us know about access and ground. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Nearby places to Farthingloe
Other occasions in Farthingloe
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Evening food at a Farthingloe wedding often goes out just as the light fades: sunset is around 8:45pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September. A few lights by the hatch help guests and photos alike.
- First, tell us about your wedding.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Share the timings for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Ask for a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your wedding, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Planning help
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Evening food can be anything from bacon rolls to pizza. Fish and chips stands out because it’s a proper hot meal. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why Farthingloe hosts choose us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A van that becomes part of the event
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
What affects the price in Farthingloe
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Any minimum charge
- How many people are eating
- Your choice of menu
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the event is
- The spot you have in mind for the van
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Events we cater in Farthingloe
It is food every generation enjoys, from flower girls to grandparents.
Whatever the occasion in Farthingloe, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re frequently booked for:
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Barn weddings
Planning photos in Whinless Down? It is worth checking the park’s rules first.
Comparing caterers
- Whether travel is included
- How much space the van takes up
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- When final numbers are due
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Don’t forget your suppliers
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Cater for most, not all, of the evening guest list
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who can’t eat from the van
Ushers or bridesmaids can send tables up in turn.
Napkins or wet wipes by the van are a kindness to anyone in their wedding best.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Farthingloe
How far is Farthingloe from London?
About 65 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
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’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we will confirm the rest.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Can the van park by the marquee?
That’s up to your venue, but close to the party is best. Send us a photo of the spot.
Do you cover Farthingloe?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Farthingloe. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
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 nobody has to miss the wedding.
Planning wedding fish and chips in Farthingloe
Farthingloe is about 2 miles south-west of Dover, in Kent. We cover Farthingloe as standard, so your wedding just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Farthingloe to Canterbury (14 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church like Aycliffe Church Centre, many couples move to a marquee or hall nearby, which is where the van comes in. Wedding photographers in the area often head for Dover Western Heights, and the countryside around Farthingloe suits an outdoor reception. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 8 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. 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.
Wherever your wedding is in CT15, we can fry fresh for your guests. If your venue is just outside Farthingloe, we also cover Maxton (1 mile north-east), Aycliffe (1 mile south-east), Church Hougham (1 mile west), Dover (2 miles north-east) and West Hougham (2 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (5 miles south-west), Deal (9 miles north-east), Hythe (9 miles west), Walmer (8 miles north-east) and Hawkinge (5 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Buckland Hospital (1.2 miles north-east) and Old Town Gaol (1.6 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Dover Western Heights and Sugar Loaf Hill.
- Schools near Farthingloe include Astor College for the Arts (0.8 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include Crown & Sceptre pub (0.8 miles north-east)
Where the van can park in Farthingloe
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A clear area by the serving hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Haddock and chips
- 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