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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Ram Lane
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your wedding turns food into part of your wedding in Ram Lane.
- Vow renewal parties
- Barn weddings
- Day-after gatherings
Wedding fish and chip van in Ram Lane
Should I sort the food myself?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
About our wedding fish and chip van in Ram Lane
Evening wedding food from a fish and chip van is a favourite. By nine o’clock, guests are hungry again, and hot fish and chips hits the spot. Whether it is wedding after-parties and laid-back receptions, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, haddock and chips and curry sauce for your guests.
Near Ram Lane, 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. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Step by step
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your wedding. Winter weddings in Ram Lane are dark by about 3:50pm, so the route from the reception to the van needs lighting.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Give us a contact for the day
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Name a friend or coordinator as our contact
- Not every evening guest eats: ask us how many to plan for
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who can’t eat from the van
Sending tables up in turn keeps the queue short.
Let the DJ or band announce when the food is ready.
Perfect for your wedding in Ram Lane
It’s ideal for outdoor and rustic weddings, where there is room to park the van close by.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Food after the first dance
- Vow renewal parties
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Barn and farm weddings
Guests coming by rail will want to know that the closest railway station is Charing station, roughly 1.8 miles north-west of the centre.
What your quote should include
- What the price includes, item by item
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- How late numbers can change
- The deposit and payment dates
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Your choice of menu
- The number of meals
- The minimum booking
- The day of the week
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The date and time of the event
- Where you’d like the van to go
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, fill in our quote form.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Evening food can be anything from bacon rolls to pizza. Fish and chips stands out because it’s a proper hot meal. Larger groups generally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What you get with us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Hot food handed straight over
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Getting married in Ram Lane?
Ram Lane is about 4 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. Bookings in Ram Lane 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. We serve all 922 towns and villages across Kent. We serve events right across the region, from Ram Lane to Canterbury (13 miles away).
Historic houses near Ram Lane include Godinton House (2.1 miles south-east). Grand venues like these typically set rules for outside caterers, so ask before booking. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 6 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
For weddings in TN26 and TN25, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. We also bring the van to weddings in Tutt Hill (1 mile south-east), Westwell Leacon (1 mile north-west), Hothfield (1 mile south), Westwell (1 mile east) and Potters Corner (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (14 miles north-west), Ashford (4 miles south-east), Canterbury (13 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north), Whitstable (15 miles north-east) and Faversham (9 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include County Square (3.6 miles south-east) and William Harvey Hospital (5.4 miles south-east).
Towns and villages near Ram Lane
What else we do in Ram Lane
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers, especially with curry sauce.
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Common questions in Ram Lane
Is Ram Lane close to London?
Roughly 45 miles from the centre of London.
Is Ram Lane too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How many portions do we need?
That depends on your day. Many couples cater for most of the evening list.
Can the van be part of the photos?
It normally ends up in a few photos. Bunting or lights make it even better.
Can the van park by the marquee?
Often, if the ground is firm and the venue agrees. We will agree the spot in advance.
Can you cater for allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we will tell you what’s in each item.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
- 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