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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Rolvenden
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your wedding in Rolvenden and the surrounding area.
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Barn and farm weddings
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
A chip van near Rolvenden
Wedding fish and chip van in Rolvenden, fried fresh
Timings are planned with you and the venue, so the food fits your running order. Popular choices include curry sauce, mushy peas and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for vow renewal parties and engagement parties.
There is something special about a country wedding near Rolvenden, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
For planners, venues and organisers
Hosting at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Towns and villages near Rolvenden
What else we do in Rolvenden
Planning the van’s spot
We will be honest if a spot will not work. The main points are:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A short walk from the party
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
Weddings in Rolvenden: venues, ceremonies and travel
Rolvenden is about 12 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Give us the address of your wedding in Rolvenden, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our bookings stretch from Rolvenden to Canterbury (25 miles away).
Marrying at Parish Church of St Mary? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening. With the High Weald National Landscape within about 6 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van.
We cover weddings in every part of TN17. Streets in the area include High Street, Sparkeswood Avenue and Glebe Field, and the van can serve a wedding on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include West Cross (1 mile west), Rolvenden Layne (1 mile south-east), Strood (1 mile north-east), Parkgate (2 miles north) and East End (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (15 miles north), Ashford (12 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (14 miles north-west), Tenterden (3 miles north-east), Bearsted (15 miles north) and Park Wood (13 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include The C.M Booth Collection (within half a mile west) and Benenden Hospital (2.4 miles north).
- Nearby, you’ll find The Star Public House (under half a mile south-west)
Allergies and dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers early
- Have bins ready for paper and trays
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who can’t eat from the van
Evening food typically goes out between about 8pm and 9:30pm, once the first dance is done and before the party really gets going.
A little sign by the van tells guests what’s on.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Rolvenden?
Formal evening food costs more and slows the party down. Fish and chips from the hatch keeps it informal, and guests eat where they like. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We’ll send you a quote.
Why book our van in Rolvenden
- A clear quote before booking
- All the chip-shop extras
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- A van that becomes part of the event
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, perfect with chips or a sausage.
What affects the price in Rolvenden
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The number of meals
- The day of the week
- Any minimum charge
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Details that help
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Your date and serving time
- Where the event is
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Where you’d like the van to go
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Why choose wedding fish and chip van in Rolvenden?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, which is reassuring for an outdoor wedding.
These are some of the bookings we take around Rolvenden:
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Rustic farm weddings
- Evening wedding food
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
Among the historic houses close to Rolvenden are Smallhythe Place (3.1 miles east) and Great Dixter (4.2 miles south-west). Grand venues like these normally set rules for outside caterers, so ask before you book.
What your quote should include
- How much space the van takes up
- The deadline for final numbers
- The cancellation terms
- Whether VAT is included
Questions from Rolvenden
Is Rolvenden too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you serve after a service at Parish Church of St Mary?
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. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Can the van come to Rolvenden?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Rolvenden. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
The process
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your wedding. Winter weddings in Rolvenden 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.
- We start with your date, venue, numbers and running order.
- You get a check on the date and venue, and a quote.
- Timings are agreed with you and the venue coordinator.
- We cook to order on the day and serve right on cue.
- We pack up when service is finished, leaving the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure the van can get in
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
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