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Wedding fish and chip van in Goodnestone, Kent
Wedding fish and chip van in Goodnestone: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
- Second-day and after-party food
- Marquee and garden weddings
Book the van in Goodnestone
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Goodnestone
A chip van is at home at barn, marquee and garden weddings, because there’s often a yard or track close to the party. Whether it’s engagement parties and coastal-themed receptions, we can cook curry sauce, mushy peas and haddock and chips and more.
Rural weddings around Goodnestone have a magic of their own, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Organising for someone else?
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
Events we cater in Goodnestone
Almost every guest enjoys fish and chips.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Goodnestone, people book us for events such as:
- Laid-back receptions
- Day-after gatherings
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Evening food for day and evening guests
Marrying at Church of the Holy Cross? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening.
Comparing caterers
- What happens if plans change
- How late numbers can change
- Payment terms and deposit
- If the price includes VAT
What affects the price in Goodnestone
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The date and time of year
- The number of meals
- Parking and the way in
- The minimum booking
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.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of the parking spot
- The address or venue name
- Expected numbers
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your wedding, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
What happens on the day
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot when you are ready to eat. At a December wedding in Goodnestone, it is dark by about 3:50pm, so plan a lit path from the party to the van.
- First, tell us about your wedding.
- You get an availability check and a clear 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
How to get a price
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Bacon rolls and pizza are popular evening choices too. A chip van gives a more filling, proper meal. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What you get with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- A quote that spells everything out
See our pricing or the cost guide.
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
FAQs for Goodnestone
Can you serve after a service at Church of the Holy Cross?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Do you come out to small places like Goodnestone?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
Can you cater for allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll give you the allergen information.
Can you park near the barn?
That is up to your venue, but close to the party is best. Send us a photo of the spot.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Can the van come to Goodnestone?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Goodnestone and the rest of Kent. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
Can you do our evening wedding food?
Yes. Evening food is the most common wedding booking for a fish and chip van. Tell us your date and venue.
Planning wedding fish and chips in Goodnestone
Goodnestone is about 7 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Weddings in Goodnestone are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We serve 922 places in Kent. Our bookings stretch from Goodnestone to Canterbury (7 miles away).
Guests coming by rail will want to know that Adisham station is about 1.5 miles away. Historic houses near Goodnestone include Goodnestone Park (under half a mile south-west). Historic houses and estates frequently have rules on catering vans, so check early if that’s your venue.
Here we cover the CT3 postcode area, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. Whether your wedding is on The Street, Saddlers Hill and Fitzwalters Meadow or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. Close by, we cover weddings in Chillenden (1 mile south-east), Twitham (1 mile north), Well Head (1 mile north), Ratling (1 mile south-west) and Staple (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (8 miles south), Folkestone (12 miles south), Ramsgate (10 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (12 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include St Martins Hospital (5.7 miles west).
- Local pubs include The Fitzwalter Arms (under half a mile south-west)
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
- Ensure we have someone to call on the day
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Have a back-up for guests with special diets
Your venue coordinator or a nominated friend can let us know if things run late, so the food is still fresh.
Ask your band or DJ to tell guests the van is open.
Towns and villages near Goodnestone
Also in Goodnestone
- 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