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Wedding Fish and Chip Van for Hicks Forstal events
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Wedding fish and chip van in Hicks Forstal.
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Informal weddings
Planning an event in Hicks Forstal?
Wedding fish and chip van in Hicks Forstal, cooked to order
At informal weddings, the van can even serve the main meal. Most book it for the evening, when it is most welcome. Typical bookings include barn weddings and relaxed, informal receptions, serving curry sauce, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
A wedding in a small place like Hicks Forstal often means a field, a barn or a family garden. A chip van is made for that: no kitchen, just firm ground nearby. Let us know about access and ground. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Evening food can be anything from bacon rolls to pizza. 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.
Why us?
- Quick service from the hatch
- No kitchen needed
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
What the van needs
If a spot is not suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Hicks Forstal questions
Is Hicks Forstal 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.
Can you serve near the sea around Hicks Forstal?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
How much does a fish and chip van for your wedding cost in Hicks Forstal?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your wedding and we will send a quote.
What do you bring?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Children normally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you park near the barn?
That’s up to your venue, but near the reception works best. Send us a picture of the spot.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Give us a contact for the day who isn’t the couple
- Not every evening guest eats: ask us how many to plan for
- Plan bins by the hatch
If speeches or dances run over, we simply start a little later, so the food is still fresh.
Think about cover by the hatch for wet evenings.
Towns and villages near Hicks Forstal
More for events in Hicks Forstal
Who books wedding fish and chip van in Hicks Forstal?
It is ideal for outdoor and rustic weddings, where the van can park near the party.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Hicks Forstal book the van for events such as:
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Engagement celebrations
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
Guests coming by rail will want to know that the closest railway station is Sturry station, roughly 2.2 miles south of the centre.
What your quote should include
- Any minimum charge
- Payment terms and deposit
- The deadline for final numbers
- A clear list of what’s included
Step by step
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. In Hicks Forstal, midsummer sunset is about 9:15pm, and by late September it’s nearer 7:00pm, 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 3:50pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and children love it.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Weddings in Hicks Forstal: venues, ceremonies and travel
Hicks Forstal is about 2 miles south of Herne Bay, in Kent. For weddings in Hicks Forstal, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. Hicks Forstal is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van.
West Blean and Thornden Woods nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Hicks Forstal suits an outdoor reception. Planning photos in Curtis Wood? It is worth checking the park’s rules first. With the coast within about 3 miles, fish and chips suits a seaside-style wedding. We will plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Here we cover the CT3 postcode area, and we can serve your wedding anywhere in it. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include Calcott (1 mile south-west), Herne Common (1 mile north), Knave's Ash (1 mile east), Herne (1 mile north) and Bullockstone (1 mile north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (4 miles south-west), Margate (12 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (13 miles east) and Whitstable (4 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include St Martins Hospital (3.9 miles south) and Canterbury Castle (4.6 miles south-west). The countryside around Hicks Forstal includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
These are the factors that matter most:
- The date and time of year
- Cod, haddock or both
- How far we travel
- How long we serve
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
- 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