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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Kemsley
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your wedding turns food into part of your wedding in Kemsley.
- Wedding after-parties
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Anniversary celebrations
Wedding fish and chip van in Kemsley
How our wedding fish and chip van works in Kemsley
Evening food keeps the party going, and fish and chips is generous and warming late in the evening. Whether it is garden and marquee receptions and vow renewal parties, we’ll put together a menu of sausage and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips for your guests.
In Kemsley, a local ceremony and a marquee reception is a lovely, personal choice. The van parks on a firm spot nearby for the evening. Let us know about access for the van. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Looking after everyone
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Put bins near the van
- Plan something for guests we can’t cater for
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
- Name a friend or coordinator as our contact
Sending tables up in turn keeps the queue short.
A little sign by the van tells guests what’s on.
Before you choose a spot
If a spot isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- A spot near your guests
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
Planning wedding fish and chips in Kemsley
Kemsley is about 1 mile north of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Tell us where your wedding in Kemsley will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. Kemsley is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 16 miles away.
Couples marrying at local churches such as Parish Church of the Holy Trinity frequently hold the reception nearby, with the van parked by the marquee or hall. Put the station on your invitation: Kemsley station is in Kemsley itself. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 8 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van.
Here we cover the ME10 and ME9 postcode area, and we can serve your wedding anywhere in it. That could mean a wedding at a home on Court Road, Menin Road and Hurst Lane, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include Howt Green (1 mile west), Milton Regis (1 mile south-east), Sittingbourne (1 mile south), Iwade (1 mile north-west) and Murston (1 mile south). Further out, we also take the van to Maidstone (11 miles south-west), Whitstable (13 miles east), Faversham (7 miles south-east), Minster (5 miles north-east), Davington (7 miles south-east) and Foley Park (10 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Castle Rough (0.6 miles east) and Court Hall Museum (0.8 miles south-west).
- Nearby schools include Borden Grammar School (1.6 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Three Hats Inn (0.8 miles south-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (0.8 miles south-west)
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it is lovely with a pie.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
The process
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace. Golden-hour photos in Kemsley at midsummer come around 9:15pm, so the van can serve before or after your sunset photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:50pm, and in late September about 7:00pm.
- 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.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Let us know the serving time
Getting a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your wedding for your wedding in Kemsley? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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What a fish and chip van costs
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- The length of service
- Whether a minimum applies
- How easy the site is to reach
- Your choice of menu
Larger groups generally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Where the event is
- Allergies and diets you know about
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: tell us the basics about your wedding, and we will quote on that. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Perfect for your wedding in Kemsley
Rain does not stop the fryers, which takes one worry off the list.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Second-day and after-party food
- Barn weddings
Planning photos in Milton Creek Country Park? It is worth checking the park’s rules first.
Before you book anyone
- The deposit and payment dates
- Allergen information for each item
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The van’s size and access needs
FAQs for Kemsley
Which station is closest to Kemsley?
Kemsley has its own station: Kemsley station.
Can the van park in Milton Creek Country Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we will include them in the plan.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is generally simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
Formal evening food costs more and slows the party down. A van keeps it relaxed, and guests eat where they like. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No surprises in your quote
Read how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
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What else we do in Kemsley
- 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