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Wedding fish and chip van in Newnham, Kent
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Wedding fish and chip van in Newnham.
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Wedding after-parties
A chip van near Newnham
About our wedding fish and chip van in Newnham
Timings are planned with you and the venue, so the food fits your running order. Typical bookings include evening food for day and evening guests and relaxed, informal receptions, with sausage and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
There is something special about a country wedding near Newnham, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Newnham
Newnham is about 4 miles south-west of Faversham, in Kent. Around Newnham, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Newnham to Canterbury (12 miles away).
Planning photos in Doddington Place Gardens? It’s worth checking the park’s rules first. Historic houses near Newnham include Belmont House and Gardens (2.2 miles south-east). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and vehicles. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Newnham, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access with the venue.
We take the van to weddings all over the ME9 postcode area. From The Street, Sharsted Hill and Newnham Lane or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Other places close to Newnham we cover include Doddington (1 mile west), Wichling (2 miles west), Bluetown (2 miles west), Hollybushes (3 miles west) and Payden Street (3 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (12 miles west), Ashford (10 miles south), Canterbury (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (5 miles north-west), Whitstable (11 miles north-east) and Faversham (4 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Newnham Castle (within half a mile north-east).
- Pubs nearby include The George Inn (less than half a mile east)
Nearby places to Newnham
What else we do in Newnham
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
For planners, venues and organisers
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Space, access and the venue
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Newnham
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
Events we cater in Newnham
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, which is reassuring for an outdoor wedding.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We are frequently booked for:
- Barn and farm weddings
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Relaxed, informal receptions
It is worth telling train travellers that the nearest station is Teynham station, about 3.4 miles north.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- How many hours the van serves
- Allergen information for each item
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Any minimum charge
- The date and time of year
- How long we serve
- How easy the site is to reach
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just use our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Talk to us about evening numbers
- Give us a contact for the day who isn’t the couple
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
Evening food normally goes out between about 8pm and 9:30pm, once the first dance is done and before the party really gets going.
Festoon lights by the van look lovely in the evening photos.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Evening food can be anything from bacon rolls to pizza. A chip van gives a more filling, proper meal. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your wedding is.
Why Newnham hosts choose us
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Events in Newnham and across Kent
- A menu almost everyone likes
Common questions in Newnham
What’s the nearest station to Newnham?
Teynham station, about 3.4 miles north of the centre.
Is Newnham too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is usually simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
What time is best for the van?
Most couples choose between 8pm and 9:30pm, after the first dance. We’ll fit your running order.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Can you park near the barn?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and the venue agrees. We will check access with you and the venue.
How the day works
We work to your timings. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. Winter weddings in Newnham are dark by about 3:50pm, so the route from the reception to the van needs lighting, while a June wedding has light until about 9:15pm.
- You tell us your date, venue, rough numbers and when you’d like the food.
- We check access at the venue and send a price.
- Timings are agreed with you and the venue coordinator.
- On the day we set up in good time and fry fresh at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we clear our spot and leave you to the party.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Have a level parking spot ready
Get a quote
Planning a fish and chip van for your wedding in Newnham? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. To contact us, use our quote form.
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- 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