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Wedding Fish and Chip Van for Sevington events
Wedding fish and chip van in Sevington: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
Wedding fish and chip van for Sevington events
About our wedding fish and chip van in Sevington
It is relaxed and a little bit fun: dresses, suits and paper portions of chips makes for great photos. Popular choices include sausage and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips, and typical bookings are for coastal-themed receptions and day-after gatherings.
Near Sevington, weddings are often in fields, barns or gardens. A chip van is made for that: no kitchen needed, just a firm spot near the party. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. We serve from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
What affects the price in Sevington
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The minimum booking
- The date and time of year
- Numbers
- Service time
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What we need to know
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where the van would park
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
Formal evening food costs more and slows the party down. A van keeps it relaxed. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We’ll send you a quote.
Why book with us
- Something for guests to gather round
- Bookings across Kent, including Sevington
- A quote that spells everything out
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Take a look at our prices page and what a fish and chip van costs.
About the food
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it is lovely with a pie.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers.
Planning wedding fish and chips in Sevington
Sevington is about 2 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. We serve weddings at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Sevington and the surrounding area. We serve all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 13 miles away.
It is worth telling train travellers that the closest railway station is Ashford International station, roughly 1.8 miles north-west of the centre. Hatch Park nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Sevington suits an outdoor reception. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 5 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
Anywhere in TN24 and TN25, we can fry fresh for your guests. Local streets include Church Road, Bad Munstereifel Road and Highfield Lane; a wedding on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. For weddings just outside Sevington, we cover Hinxhill Park (1 mile north-east), Mersham (1 mile south-east), Hinxhill (1 mile north-east), South Stour (2 miles south) and Ridgeway (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (13 miles north-east), Folkestone (12 miles east), Faversham (13 miles north), Hythe (8 miles south-east), Davington (13 miles north) and Preston (13 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include William Harvey Hospital (0.9 miles north) and Ashford Designer Outlet (1.5 miles west). Open spaces near Sevington include Hatch Park.
- Schools near Sevington include The North School (1.4 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The William Harvey Public House (0.7 miles north-west)
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Flag coeliac guests early
- Plan something for guests we can’t cater for
- Ask your venue about catering vans first
- Add an allergy question to your RSVP card
We arrive during the reception and set up quietly, so the fryers are hot when you are ready.
Have napkins handy: fish and chips is finger food after dark.
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What happens on the day
We get there well before service, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your guests can wander over to the hatch once service starts. For a summer wedding in Sevington, the sun sets at about 9:15pm in late June and about 7:00pm in late September, which means evening fish and chips is frequently served in daylight in June and July. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it’s dark by about 3:50pm.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability right away.
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Sevington: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Sevington?
The closest is Ashford International station, roughly 1.8 miles away.
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Mary: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
How many evening guests should we cater for?
Not every guest eats in the evening. Tell us your numbers and timings, and we’ll advise.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Will the van be in our photos?
It usually ends up in a few photos. Add bunting or lights for the photos.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Before you choose a spot
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Access wide and high enough for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Evening fish and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Who books wedding fish and chip van in Sevington?
The van keeps cooking in any weather, which takes one worry off the list.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re often booked for:
- Engagement celebrations
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Rustic farm weddings
- Marquee and garden weddings
Within reach of Sevington are historic houses such as Godinton House (3.9 miles north-west). Grand venues like these typically set rules for outside caterers, so ask before booking.
What your quote should include
- When final numbers are due
- Whether VAT is included
- How allergens are handled
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- 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