Kent · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Folly Town
Bring the chip shop to your wedding in Folly Town. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Rustic farm weddings
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
A chip van near Folly Town
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your wedding in Folly Town. At a December wedding in Folly Town, it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so the route from the reception to the van needs lighting.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Ensure the van can get in
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Getting a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your wedding, and we’ll quote on that. To start, use our quote form.
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About our wedding fish and chip van in Folly Town
A chip van is at home at barn, marquee and garden weddings, because there’s frequently a yard or track close to the party. For food after the first dance and anniversary celebrations, we’ll put together a menu of mushy peas, sausage and chips and curry sauce for your guests.
A wedding in a small place like Folly Town often 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. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your wedding, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Can’t 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 typically simpler.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Folly Town
Folly Town is about 5 miles east of Ashford, in Kent. For a wedding in Folly Town, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 9 miles away.
For guests travelling by train, Wye station, about 2.7 miles north-west, is the nearest station. Marrying at Church of St Mary? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Folly Town, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van.
Here we cover the TN25 postcode area, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. Other places close to Folly Town we cover include Hastingleigh (1 mile east), Hassell Street (1 mile north), Brook (1 mile west), Brabourne (2 miles south) and Wye (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Ashford (5 miles west), Canterbury (9 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles east), Folkestone (10 miles south-east), Whitstable (13 miles north) and Faversham (11 miles north-west).
A little further out are William Harvey Hospital (3.6 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Hatch Park.
- Pubs nearby include The Bowl Inn (0.5 miles south-east)
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
What affects the price in Folly Town
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Any minimum charge
- How long we serve
- Access and parking
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Expected numbers
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Also near Folly Town
What else we do in Folly Town
What comes out of the fryer
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Folly Town: your questions answered
Is Folly Town too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Mary: 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 generally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Can you serve children?
Yes. Children typically love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
Can you park near the barn?
Your venue decides, but near the reception works best. A picture of the area helps.
What does it cost to hire the van?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
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 photo.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Working with your venue
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Late-night snacks from the venue can be small. A chip van makes sure nobody goes home hungry. Larger groups normally 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.
Why Folly Town hosts choose us
- Hot food handed straight over
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Events in Folly Town and across Kent
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Flag coeliac guests early
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Do not forget your suppliers
- Ask your venue about catering vans first
Evening food generally goes out between about 8pm and 9:30pm, after the first dance.
A covered route from the marquee to the van helps if it rains.
- 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