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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Paddock
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your wedding in Paddock and across Kent.
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
Planning an event in Paddock?
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Any minimum charge
- Parking and the way in
- Cod, haddock or both
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- A picture of the parking spot
- Your date and serving time
- The address or venue name
- Where the van would park
Planning a fish and chip van for your wedding in Paddock? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. Just use our quote form.
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Paddock
A fish and chip van is one of the most popular choices for evening wedding food. Hours after the wedding breakfast, guests are ready to eat again, and fish and chips from the hatch is exactly what they want. For weddings in a marquee or garden and engagement parties, we can cook mushy peas, haddock and chips and sausage and chips.
Rural weddings around Paddock have a magic of their own, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
Nearby places to Paddock
Other occasions in Paddock
For event organisers in Paddock
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Paddock weddings: local tips
Paddock is about 5 miles north of Ashford, in Kent. For a wedding in Paddock, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Paddock. Paddock is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Paddock to Canterbury (11 miles away).
Guests coming by rail will want to know that Charing station is about 3 miles away. Marrying at Church of St Cosmas and St Damian? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Paddock, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access with the venue.
For weddings in TN25, we just need to know where the van can park. Local streets include Canterbury Road and Green Lane; a wedding on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Other places close to Paddock we cover include Challock (1 mile east), Pested (1 mile north-east), Stocker's Head (2 miles west), Charing Hill (2 miles west) and Stalisfield (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Maidstone (15 miles west), Ashford (5 miles south), Canterbury (11 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-west), Whitstable (12 miles north-east) and Faversham (7 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Tower keep castle at Chilham (4.8 miles east) and William Harvey Hospital (5.8 miles south-east).
- Local schools include The Hayesbrook School (2 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Chequers pub (0.8 miles east)
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
Formal evening food costs more and slows the party down. Fish and chips from the hatch keeps it informal. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your wedding is.
Why us?
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A quote that spells everything out
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- We cover Paddock and the whole of Kent
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
Looking after everyone
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Give us a contact for the day who isn’t the couple
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Plan something for guests we can’t cater for
- Confirm the van can park at the venue
It is kind to include suppliers working late when you give us numbers.
Festoon lights by the van look lovely in the evening photos.
The process
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and we serve hot from the hatch at the agreed time. Golden-hour photos in Paddock at midsummer come around 9:15pm, so the van can serve before or after your sunset photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:45pm, and in late September about 7:00pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- 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.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your wedding, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
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Events we cater in Paddock
It’s ideal for outdoor and rustic weddings, where the van can park near the party.
In Paddock and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Day-after gatherings
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Laid-back receptions
- Anniversary celebrations
Among the historic houses close to Paddock are Belmont House and Gardens (3.8 miles north) and Godinton House (4.1 miles south). Grand venues like these usually set rules for outside caterers, so ask before booking.
Comparing caterers
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether there is a minimum
- How late numbers can change
- The van’s size and access needs
What comes out of the fryer
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. It is battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and it is a favourite with children.
FAQs for Paddock
Which station is closest to Paddock?
The closest is Charing station, roughly 3 miles away.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Cosmas and St Damian?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Do you do evening food for weddings?
Yes. It’s our most popular wedding booking. Tell us your date and venue.
How much does a fish and chip van for your wedding cost in Paddock?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your wedding and we’ll send a quote.
Do you come to Paddock?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Paddock is within our area and the rest of Kent. For a quote, use our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A short walk from the party
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Paddock
- Curry sauce
- Evening fish and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- 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