Kent · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van for Pedlinge events
Bring the chip shop to your wedding in Pedlinge. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Engagement celebrations
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Vow renewal parties
Wedding fish and chip van in Pedlinge
How our wedding fish and chip van works in Pedlinge
Couples love the relaxed feel: dresses, suits and paper portions of chips makes for memorable photos. For day-after gatherings and anniversary celebrations, we can cook haddock and chips, sausage and chips and cod and chips.
Near Pedlinge, weddings are frequently in fields, barns or gardens. A chip van is made for that: no kitchen, just firm ground nearby. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
- Put bins near the van
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who can’t eat from the van
Evening food normally goes out between about 8pm and 9:30pm, after the first dance and before the party really gets going.
Think about cover by the hatch for wet evenings.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Hog roasts are a wedding favourite, but it’s pork only. A van gives a choice of fish, sausage or pie. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It is worth asking early.
Why Pedlinge hosts choose us
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Bookings across Kent, including Pedlinge
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Places near Pedlinge
Also in Pedlinge
Events we cater in Pedlinge
It is often good value next to the wedding breakfast.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Rustic farm weddings
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
For guests travelling by train, Sandling station is about 0.9 miles away.
What your quote should include
- The deadline for final numbers
- The cancellation terms
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- Whether travel is included
Pedlinge weddings: local tips
Pedlinge is about 1 mile north-west of Hythe, in Kent. Pedlinge is well within our area, so your wedding just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
Couples marrying at local churches such as Pedlinge Chapel frequently hold the reception nearby, with the van parked by the marquee or hall. Wedding photographers in the area often head for Tolsford Hill, and the countryside around Pedlinge suits an outdoor reception. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 6 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van. With the coast within about 2 miles, fish and chips suits a seaside-style wedding. We’ll think about shelter from sea breezes.
Anywhere in CT21, we can fry fresh for your guests. You will find Pedlinge on the A261, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Sandling (1 mile north-east), Newingreen (1 mile north-west), Berwick (1 mile west), Saltwood (1 mile east) and Westenhanger (1 mile north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (9 miles north-west), Canterbury (14 miles north), Dover (11 miles east), Folkestone (5 miles east), Tower Hamlets (11 miles east) and Hawkinge (5 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Saltwood Castle (1.3 miles east) and Hythe Museum (1.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Pedlinge includes Tolsford Hill.
- Local schools include St Augustine's Catholic Primary School (0.8 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The Royal Oak Public House (0.9 miles north-west)
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
For event organisers in Pedlinge
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Prices and what affects them
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Numbers
- The menu and how many choices
- How easy the site is to reach
- How far we travel
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your wedding.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The venue or postcode
- Where you’d like the van to go
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of the parking spot
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Planning the van’s spot
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A spot near your guests
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we serve
- Evening fish and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Pedlinge
We are gathering after a service at Pedlinge Chapel: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Could you trade in Brockhill Country Park?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Pedlinge.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Children usually love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you do our evening wedding food?
Yes. Evening food is the most common wedding booking for a fish and chip van. Send us your date and venue.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your wedding in Pedlinge. At a December wedding in Pedlinge, it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so plan a lit path from the party to the van, while a June wedding has light until about 9:15pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the van can get in
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Related guides
- 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