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Wedding fish and chip van in Southernden, Kent
Bring the chip shop to your wedding in Southernden. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Evening wedding food
- Barn weddings
A chip van near Southernden
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Southernden? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
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 keeps things simple.
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Southernden
We park close to the reception, and guests wander out to the hatch. It becomes a lovely moment in the evening. We serve haddock and chips, curry sauce and cod and chips, and we’re frequently booked for marquee and garden weddings and informal weddings.
There is something special about a country wedding near Southernden, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
FAQs for Southernden
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Southernden from London?
Roughly 39 miles from the centre of London.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
What do you bring?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Do you have allergen information?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Where the van can park in Southernden
We will be honest if a spot will not work. The main points are:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Southernden
- Evening fish and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
Also near Southernden
What else we do in Southernden
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Parking and the way in
- Distance and any road charges
- Any minimum charge
- The menu and how many choices
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your wedding, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The date and time of the event
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of where the van would go
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can fill in our quote form.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
A chip van compared with other options
Next to a cold buffet, fish and chips is hot and fresh, and nothing has been out for hours. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your wedding.
Why book our van in Southernden
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Classic food your guests already know
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- We cover Southernden and the whole of Kent
Take a look at how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, we hold off cooking until you’re ready, so nothing is cooked before it’s needed. For a summer wedding in Southernden, the sun sets at about 9:15pm in late June and about 7:00pm in late September, so evening food at about 8:30pm is in daylight in high summer. For autumn and winter weddings, when it is dark by about 3:50pm in December, plan lighting by the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Before we arrive
- Clear the route for the van
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
Planning help
Who books wedding fish and chip van in Southernden?
It’s often good value next to the wedding breakfast.
These are some of the bookings we take in Southernden and Kent:
- Barn weddings
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Relaxed, informal receptions
It’s worth telling train travellers that the closest railway station is Headcorn station, roughly 2.1 miles south-west of the centre.
Before you book anyone
- A clear list of what’s included
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The van’s size and access needs
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Southernden
Southernden is about 8 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Anywhere in TN27, we can bring the van to you. Southernden is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 19 miles away.
Within reach of Southernden are historic houses such as Leeds Castle (4.8 miles north). Historic houses and estates often have rules on catering vans, so check early if that is your venue. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 6 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
Wherever your wedding is in TN27, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Swift's Green (1 mile south), Smarden Bell (2 miles south), Headcorn (2 miles south-west), Hearnden Green (2 miles west) and Biddenden Green (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (8 miles north-west), Ashford (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north), Faversham (13 miles north-east), Kings Hill (13 miles north-west) and Davington (13 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Coldbridge Castle (1.7 miles north-east) and Kent Firefighting Museum (3.8 miles south-west).
- 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