Kent · England
Wedding fish and chip van in Maypole, Kent
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your wedding makes the food a highlight of your wedding in Maypole.
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
- Evening wedding food
- Garden and marquee receptions
Wedding fish and chip van for Maypole events
How it works
Changes on the day are fine: we will adjust start times and pace to suit your wedding. In Maypole, midsummer sunset is about 9:15pm, and by late September it’s nearer 7:00pm, so evening food at about 8:30pm is in daylight in high summer. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it is dark by about 3:50pm.
- First, tell us about your wedding.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Plan where the queue will stand
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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How our wedding fish and chip van works in Maypole
We park close to the reception, and guests drift out to queue and chat. It becomes a lovely moment in the evening. We are frequently asked to cater weddings with a seaside feel and food after the first dance, with cod and chips, curry sauce and sausage and chips.
There is something special about a country wedding near Maypole, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A hog roast is a classic for weddings, but it’s pork only. A chip van offers fish, sausages and pies. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Quick service from the hatch
- We cover Maypole and the whole of Kent
- Classic food your guests already know
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Cater for most, not all, of the evening guest list
- Add an allergy question to your RSVP card
- Put bins near the van
- Don’t forget your suppliers
Your venue coordinator or a nominated friend can let us know if things run late, so the food is still fresh.
A string of lights by the hatch makes a great photo.
What the van needs
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Flat, firm ground for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
Towns and villages near Maypole
Other occasions in Maypole
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Questions from Maypole
What’s the nearest station to Maypole?
The closest is Herne Bay station, roughly 2.6 miles away.
We are gathering after a service at Church of the Holy Cross: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a picture if you can.
Can you park near the barn?
That is up to your venue, but near the reception works best. Send us a photo of the spot.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
Maypole weddings: local tips
Maypole is about 2 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Bookings in Maypole come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
Planning photos in Curtis Wood? It is worth checking the park’s rules first. Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of the Holy Cross frequently hold the reception nearby, with the van parked by the marquee or hall. The sea is within about 3 miles, perfect for a seaside-themed wedding. We will think about shelter from sea breezes.
Here we cover the CT3 postcode area. Whether your wedding is on Maypole Lane and Maypole Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. For weddings just outside Maypole, we cover Old Tree (1 mile east), Millbank (1 mile north), Hoath (1 mile south), Knave's Ash (1 mile south-west) and Highstead (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (5 miles south-west), Margate (10 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include St Martins Hospital (4.9 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Schools near Maypole include Spires Academy (2.1 miles south)
Events we cater in Maypole
It normally costs far less per head than the main meal, which helps the budget go further.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Engagement parties
It is worth telling train travellers that the closest railway station is Herne Bay station, roughly 2.6 miles north-west of the centre.
Comparing caterers
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- Payment terms and deposit
- The cancellation terms
- How much space the van takes up
Planners, venues and businesses
Hosting at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
What a fish and chip van costs
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Service time
- Your choice of menu
- Any minimum charge
- How far we travel
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the parking spot
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, send us your details through 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