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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Maltman's Hill
Bring the chip shop to your wedding in Maltman's Hill. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Second-day and after-party food
- Informal weddings
- Seaside-themed weddings
Wedding fish and chip van for Maltman's Hill events
A chip van compared with other options
If you want evening food guests will talk about, a fish and chip van is a great choice. 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.
Why book our van in Maltman's Hill
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- A clear quote before booking
- Events in Maltman's Hill and across Kent
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
Wedding fish and chip van in Maltman's Hill, cooked to order
A fish and chip van is one of the most popular choices for evening wedding food. By nine o’clock, guests are hungry again, and hot fish and chips hits the spot. Popular choices include cod and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas, and we are often booked for informal weddings and weddings in a marquee or garden.
There is something special about a country wedding near Maltman's Hill, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
Events we cater in Maltman's Hill
A chip van brings a relaxed, fun feel to the evening. Guests queue, chat and come back smiling.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Maltman's Hill:
- Wedding after-parties
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Engagement parties
It is worth telling train travellers that the nearest station is Pluckley station, about 1.2 miles east.
What to look for in a quote
- Any minimum charge
- If the price includes VAT
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- How much space the van takes up
How it works
Nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, so it’s as fresh as from any chip shop. Evening food at a Maltman's Hill wedding often goes out just as the light fades: sunset is around 8:45pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September. Festoon lights by the van look lovely in the photos.
- We start with a few details about your wedding.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Ask for a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: tell us the basics about your wedding, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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Before you choose a spot
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work. What matters most:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Evening fish and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Maltman's Hill
Do you come out to small places like Maltman's Hill?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Maltman's Hill close to London?
Roughly 42 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
Can the van be part of the photos?
Lots of couples ask for a photo at the van. If not, ask your venue to park it out of the main photo spots.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
How many evening guests should we cater for?
That depends on your day. Most couples plan for most of their evening guests, not all.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Planning wedding fish and chips in Maltman's Hill
Maltman's Hill is about 6 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Whether your wedding is in the middle of Maltman's Hill or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Maltman's Hill is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 18 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Godinton House (5 miles east). Grand venues like these usually set rules for outside caterers, so ask before booking.
Weddings anywhere in TN27 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. If your venue is just outside Maltman's Hill, we also cover Wissenden (1 mile south), Chambers' Green (1 mile east), Pluckley Thorne (2 miles north-east), Fir Toll (2 miles north-east) and Newland Green (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles north-west), Ashford (6 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north), Faversham (13 miles north-east), Davington (13 miles north-east) and Foley Park (12 miles north-west).
A little further out are Romden Castle (0.7 miles south-west).
Nearby places to Maltman's Hill
What else we do in Maltman's Hill
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who can’t eat from the van
- Do not forget your suppliers
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Talk to us about evening numbers
After service, we pack up quietly and leave you to the party.
Napkins or wet wipes by the van are a kindness to anyone in their wedding best.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
- 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