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Wedding fish and chip van in Selling, Kent
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your wedding in Selling.
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Day-after gatherings
Wedding fish and chip van for Selling events
About our wedding fish and chip van in Selling
A chip van is at home at barn, marquee and garden weddings, because there’s frequently a yard or track close to the party. Typical bookings include second-day and after-party food and evening food for day and evening guests, serving haddock and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Selling, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
What affects the price in Selling
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- How long we serve
- Any minimum charge
- The date and time of year
- Distance and any road charges
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It’s worth asking early.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Anything awkward about the way in
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Who books wedding fish and chip van in Selling?
The van keeps cooking in any weather, which takes one worry off the list.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Barn weddings
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Coastal-themed receptions
Nearby historic houses include Belmont House and Gardens (3.4 miles west). Grand venues like these normally set rules for outside caterers, so ask before booking.
What to look for in a quote
- The deposit and payment dates
- Any minimum charge
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- A clear list of what’s included
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Organising for someone else?
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
What else we do in Selling
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
For evening food with a bit of fun, a fish and chip van is a great choice at a wedding in Selling. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why book our van in Selling
- Bookings across Kent, including Selling
- A van that becomes part of the event
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Planning for dietary needs
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Give us a contact for the day who isn’t the couple
- Flag coeliac guests early
- Put bins near the van
- Confirm the van can park at the venue
Remember the band, photographer and venue staff when you give us numbers.
A chalkboard sign with the menu by the van adds a nice touch.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
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
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Evening fish and chips
Getting married in Selling?
Selling is about 3 miles south-east of Faversham, in Kent. From the centre of Selling to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Selling is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Selling to Canterbury (about 7 miles away).
Put the station on your invitation: Selling station, about 0.8 miles north-east, is the nearest station. Marrying at 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 Kent Downs National Landscape within about 7 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van.
Here we cover the ME13 postcode area. That could mean a wedding at a home on Selling Road, Selling Court and Vicarage Lane, wherever the van can park. For weddings just outside Selling, we cover Perrywood (1 mile south), Hogben's Hill (1 mile west), Gushmere (1 mile north), Neames Forstal (1 mile east) and Crouch (1 mile north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (9 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-west), Whitstable (7 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (11 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Tower keep castle at Chilham (2.5 miles south-east).
- Local pubs include The White Lion Public House (within half a mile west)
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Selling
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Selling from London?
Roughly 47 miles from the centre of London.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
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 be part of the photos?
Many couples love having it in the photos. If not, ask your venue to park it out of the main photo spots.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we will confirm the rest.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. Find your area.
How many portions do we need?
It depends on how much was served earlier and when the evening food goes out. Many couples cater for most of the evening list, not all.
How the day works
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Each piece of fish is battered and fried to order, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. In Selling, midsummer sunset is about 9:15pm, and by late September it is nearer 7:00pm, which means evening fish and chips is often served in daylight in June and July. For autumn and winter weddings, when it’s dark by about 3:50pm in December, plan lighting by the van.
- You tell us your date, venue, rough numbers and when you’d like the food.
- We check the venue and the date, then send 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.
Preparing for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Ensure the van can get in
Get a quote
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Selling, and we will check the date and send a price.
Read more
- 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