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Wedding fish and chip van in Kenardington, Kent
Wedding fish and chip van in Kenardington: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Evening wedding food
- Second-day and after-party food
- Relaxed, informal receptions
Wedding fish and chip van for Kenardington events
About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Kenardington
The van parks near the marquee, barn or venue, and guests drift out to queue and chat. It becomes a lovely moment in the evening. On the menu are cod and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater wedding after-parties and barn and farm weddings.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Kenardington, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. We serve from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
Where the van can park in Kenardington
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Lighting nearby for evening events
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
Working with your venue
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
Also in Kenardington
Takeaway run or book a van?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
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.
How it works
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we will adjust start times and pace. At midsummer, sunset in Kenardington is about 9:15pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. Sunset is around 8:45pm in late May and 7:00pm in late September.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
How to get a price
Planning a fish and chip van for your wedding in Kenardington? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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Planning wedding fish and chips in Kenardington
Kenardington is about 6 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. In and around Kenardington, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. Kenardington is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 19 miles away.
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. For guests travelling by train, Appledore (Kent) station is about 1.8 miles away.
We take the van to weddings all over TN26 and the streets around it. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Hamstreet (2 miles east), Orlestone (2 miles north-east), Snargate (3 miles south-east), Bromley Green (3 miles north-east) and Ruckinge (3 miles east). Further out, we also take the van to Ashford (6 miles north-east), Folkestone (15 miles east), Hythe (12 miles east), Tenterden (5 miles west), Cheriton (14 miles east) and Kennington (8 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Woodchurch Village Life Museum (2.7 miles north-west). The countryside around Kenardington includes Orlestone Forest.
- Pubs nearby include World's Wonder pub (under half a mile north-east)
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Next to a cold buffet, fish and chips is hot and fresh, and nothing has been out for hours. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book our van in Kenardington
- No surprises in your quote
- Something for guests to gather round
- Events in Kenardington and across Kent
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- The menu and how many choices
- How far we travel
- Any minimum charge
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Your date and serving time
- A photo of the parking spot
- Roughly how many people, including children
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: tell us the basics about your wedding, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Questions from Kenardington
Is Kenardington 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.
How far is Kenardington from London?
Roughly 50 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
How many evening guests should we cater for?
Not every guest eats in the evening. Tell us your numbers and timings, and we’ll advise.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Can the van come for the evening?
Of course. It’s our most popular wedding booking. Tell us your date and venue.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
Planning for dietary needs
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Make sure we have someone to call on the day
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Have bins ready for paper and trays
- Flag coeliac guests early
It’s kind to include suppliers working late in your numbers.
Napkins or wet wipes by the van are a kindness to anyone in their wedding best.
- 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