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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in South Stour
Wedding fish and chip van in South Stour: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Rustic farm weddings
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Evening food for day and evening guests
A chip van near South Stour
Wedding fish and chip van in South Stour, cooked to order
At informal weddings, the van can even serve the main meal. Most use it for evening food, when it’s most welcome. Whether it’s engagement celebrations and barn and farm weddings, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips.
There is something special about a country wedding near South Stour, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it is hot, crisp and generous.
What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How far we travel
- The menu and how many choices
- Whether a minimum applies
- The day of the week
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
Where the van can park in South Stour
We’ll be honest if a spot won’t work. The main points are:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Perfect for your wedding in South Stour
Couples choose a fish and chip van because it is relaxed and fun. Guests queue, chat and come back smiling.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Informal weddings
- Rustic farm weddings
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
Poulton Wood can make a pretty photo stop, but check its rules for wedding groups first.
Comparing caterers
- What happens if plans change
- Whether travel is included
- Any minimum charge
- Allergen information for each item
Step by step
Service is quick: everything is handed over hot from the hatch. Afterwards we pack up. In South Stour, evening wedding food frequently coincides with dusk: sunset is around 8:45pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September. Festoon lights by the van look lovely in the photos.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- 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
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Share the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
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South Stour questions
Do you come out to small places like South Stour?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
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 follow the site rules.
Can the van park by the marquee?
Typically, with the venue’s agreement and firm ground. We’ll check access with you and the venue.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
What can guests choose from?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
Getting married in South Stour?
South Stour is about 3 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. Give us the address of your wedding in South Stour, and we will plan the route and the parking spot before the day. We take the van to 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
It’s worth telling train travellers that Ashford International station, about 2.8 miles north-west, is the nearest station. If you want countryside in your photos, Hatch Park is not far, and the countryside around South Stour suits an outdoor reception. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 6 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
We take the van to weddings all over TN25 and the streets around it. We also bring the van to weddings in Mersham (1 mile north-east), Sevington (2 miles north), Hinxhill Park (2 miles north), Ridgeway (3 miles north-east) and Hinxhill (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (3 miles north-west), Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Folkestone (11 miles east), Faversham (14 miles north), Hythe (8 miles east) and Davington (15 miles north).
A little further out are William Harvey Hospital (2.4 miles north) and Ashford Designer Outlet (2.3 miles north-west). The countryside around South Stour includes Hatch Park.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Some venue evening menus are light. Fish and chips fills people up. 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.
What you get with us
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- No kitchen needed
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Events in South Stour and across Kent
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Have bins ready for paper and trays
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Ensure we have someone to call on the day
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
We arrive during the reception and set up quietly, so we’re ready at the agreed time.
A string of lights by the hatch makes a great photo.
Other occasions in South Stour
- 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