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Wedding fish and chip van in Markbeech, Kent
Bring the chip shop to your wedding in Markbeech. 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
- Vow renewal parties
- Relaxed, informal receptions
Wedding fish and chip van for Markbeech events
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Wedding fish and chip van in Markbeech, cooked to order
Some couples book the van for the wedding breakfast at a relaxed, informal wedding. Most book it for the evening, when it really comes into its own. We are frequently asked to cater laid-back receptions and vow renewal parties, with mushy peas, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
Near Markbeech, weddings are often in fields, barns or gardens. That’s where a chip van shines: no kitchen needed, just a firm spot near the party. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. Timings are planned around your wedding, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
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.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Perfect for your wedding in Markbeech
It is food every generation enjoys, from flower girls to grandparents.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Food after the first dance
- Barn and farm weddings
- Engagement celebrations
- Informal weddings
After a ceremony at a church like Church of the Holy Trinity, many couples move to a marquee or hall nearby, which is where the van comes in.
Before booking anyone
- A clear list of what’s included
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Allergen information for each item
- What happens if plans change
Common questions in Markbeech
Do you come out to small places like Markbeech?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Markbeech from London?
Roughly 25 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Will the van be in our photos?
Many couples love having it in the photos. If you’d rather not, we’ll park out of shot where possible.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Do you cover Markbeech?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Markbeech and the rest of Kent. To check your date, use our quote form.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. We cook inside the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including Kent. Find your area.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Hog roasts are a wedding favourite, but it’s one dish, and some guests do not eat pork. A van gives a choice of fish, sausage or pie. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why book our van in Markbeech
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Events in Markbeech and across Kent
- A quote that spells everything out
- Quick service from the hatch
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Planning wedding fish and chips in Markbeech
Markbeech is about 6 miles north-east of East Grinstead, in Kent. Bookings in Markbeech come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Markbeech is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 25 miles away.
For guests travelling by train, Cowden station, about 0.8 miles south, is the nearest station. Chiddingstone Castle Park and Gardens can make a pretty photo stop, but check its rules for wedding groups first. With the High Weald National Landscape within about 6 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
We take the van to weddings all over TN8 and the streets around it. Local streets include Uckfield Lane and Cow Lane; a wedding on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include Newtown (1 mile north), Hever (1 mile north), Chiddingstone Hoath (1 mile east), How Green (2 miles north) and Teasley Mead (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Sevenoaks (8 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles east), Tonbridge (8 miles east), Kings Hill (15 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (12 miles east) and Southborough (6 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Haxted Watermill Museum (3.8 miles north-west) and Hever Castle (1.3 miles north).
- Pubs nearby include The Kentish Horse pub (within half a mile south)
Looking after everyone
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers early
- Have a back-up for guests with special diets
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Give us a contact for the day who isn’t the couple
Remember the band, photographer and venue staff when you give us numbers.
Let the DJ or band announce when the food is ready.
Working with your venue
Hosting at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
More for events in Markbeech
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- 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 will advise.
On the menu in Markbeech
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
Step by step
We get there well before service, park the van and get the fryers going. Your guests can wander over to the hatch once service starts. Winter weddings in Markbeech are dark by about 3:55pm, so the route from the reception to the van needs lighting, while a June wedding has light until about 9:20pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
How to prepare
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Give us a contact for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Planning help
- 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