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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Sandwich
We bring a fish and chip van for your wedding to Sandwich and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Informal weddings
- Rustic farm weddings
Fresh fish and chips in Sandwich
Weddings in Sandwich: venues, ceremonies and travel
Sandwich is about 5 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Bookings in Sandwich come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Sandwich to Canterbury (11 miles away).
It is worth telling train travellers that there’s a station right in Sandwich: Sandwich station. If you are hoping for photos in Ham Fen, check whether the park needs permission for photography or gatherings. The sea is within about 5 miles, perfect for a seaside-themed wedding. We will think about shelter from sea breezes.
For weddings in CT13, we just need to know where the van can park. Whether your wedding is on Cattle Market, Market Street and High Street or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. For weddings just outside Sandwich, we cover Great Stonar (1 mile north), Felderland (1 mile south), Worth (1 mile south), Woodnesborough (1 mile south-west) and Statenborough (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (11 miles west), Margate (8 miles north), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (15 miles south-west), Ramsgate (5 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (7 miles north-east).
A little further out are The Precinct Toy Collection (less than half a mile north) and Ramsgate General Hospital (5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Sandwich include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Schools near Sandwich include Sir Roger Manwood's School (less than half a mile east)
- Local pubs include The Red Cow Public House (under half a mile north)
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Sandwich
Timings are planned with you and the venue, so service fits around the first dance, the cake and the band. We serve mushy peas, sausage and chips and curry sauce, and typical bookings are for food after the first dance and barn weddings.
In Sandwich, a local ceremony and a marquee reception is a lovely, personal choice. The van parks on a firm spot nearby for the evening. Let us know about access for the van. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your wedding, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
For event organisers in Sandwich
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Sandwich? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Step by step
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace. At a December wedding in Sandwich, it’s 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.
- You get a check on the date and venue, and a quote.
- We agree arrival and serving times with you and your venue.
- We cook to order on the day and serve right on cue.
- Afterwards we clear our spot and leave you to the party.
How to prepare
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
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A chip van compared with other options
Bacon rolls and pizza are popular evening choices too. Fish and chips stands out because it’s a proper hot meal that guests remember. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
Why Sandwich hosts choose us
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- A quote that spells everything out
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
See how we price and the cost guide.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Evening fish and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Questions from Sandwich
Which station is closest to Sandwich?
Sandwich has its own station: Sandwich station.
How far is Sandwich from London?
About 64 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
Does every evening guest need to eat?
That depends on your day. Many couples cater for most of the evening list.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
What if we only have street parking?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your wedding and we’ll send a quote.
Where do you take the van?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Sandwich.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Numbers
- The day of the week
- Any minimum charge
- Parking and the way in
Larger groups normally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A picture of the parking spot
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Send us the date, the address or CT13 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. Just use our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Confirm the van can park at the venue
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Have a back-up for guests with special diets
- Flag coeliac guests early
We arrive and set up without getting in the way, so the fryers are hot when you’re ready.
A chalkboard sign with the menu by the van adds a nice touch.
Events we cater in Sandwich
It suits barn, marquee and garden weddings, where the van can park near the party.
These are some of the bookings we take in Sandwich and Kent:
- Second-day and after-party food
- Evening wedding food
- Barn weddings
- Seaside-themed weddings
Wedding photographers in the area often head for Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Questions to ask before booking
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The cancellation terms
- What they can offer for dietary needs
Places near Sandwich
Other occasions in Sandwich
- 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