Kent · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Stonestreet Green
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your wedding makes the food a highlight of your wedding in Stonestreet Green.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Day-after gatherings
- Informal weddings
A chip van near Stonestreet Green
Stonestreet Green weddings: local tips
Stonestreet Green is about 5 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. We cover Stonestreet Green as standard, so your wedding just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. Stonestreet Green is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
Historic houses near Stonestreet Green include Westenhanger Castle (3.7 miles east). Grand venues like these normally set rules for outside caterers, so ask before you book. For guests travelling by train, the nearest station is Westenhanger station, about 4 miles east. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Stonestreet Green, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access with the venue.
We cover weddings in every part of the TN25 postcode area and the streets around it. From Calleywell Lane and Goldwell Lane or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Other places close to Stonestreet Green we cover include Clap Hill (1 mile west), Aldington (1 mile south), Bonnington (1 mile south-west), Aldington Frith (1 mile west) and Postling Green (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Ashford (5 miles north-west), Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Folkestone (10 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north), Hythe (6 miles east) and Preston (15 miles north).
A little further out are Ashford Designer Outlet (4 miles north-west) and William Harvey Hospital (3.3 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Hatch Park.
- Nearby, you will find Walnut Tree Inn (within half a mile south)
Wedding fish and chip van in Stonestreet Green, fried fresh
The smell of fish and chips drifting across the reception does the inviting. People chat in the queue and come back with full hands. On the menu are cod and chips, curry sauce and mushy peas, and we’re regularly asked to cater second-day and after-party food and engagement celebrations.
There is something special about a country wedding near Stonestreet Green, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. Timings are planned around your wedding, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your guests can wander over to the hatch as soon as we open. For a summer wedding in Stonestreet Green, 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.
- We start with a few details about your wedding.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Clear the route for the van
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Count suppliers working late
- Flag coeliac guests early
- Plan something for guests we cannot cater for
- Name a friend or coordinator as our contact
Most couples serve evening food between about 8pm and 9:30pm, once the first dance is done and before the party really gets going.
Napkins or wet wipes by the van are a kindness to anyone in their wedding best.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
FAQs for Stonestreet Green
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Is Stonestreet Green too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you take everything away?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Can the van park on grass?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Can you park near the barn?
Generally, with the venue’s agreement and firm ground. We’ll check access with you and the venue.
Can the van come to Stonestreet Green?
We do. Stonestreet Green is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Events we cater in Stonestreet Green
People get hungry again by the evening, and a chip van gives guests something hot and generous. It is also a talking point.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Stonestreet Green book the van for occasions like:
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Barn and farm weddings
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Marquee and garden weddings
If you’re marrying at a church near Stonestreet Green, such as Church of St Martin, and holding the reception nearby, the van can serve evening food there.
Comparing caterers
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- What happens if plans change
- Payment terms and deposit
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Stonestreet Green? 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.
Where the van can park in Stonestreet Green
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
From the hatch
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Evening fish and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
Nearby places to Stonestreet Green
Other occasions in Stonestreet Green
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Hog roasts are a wedding favourite, but it is pork only. A van gives a choice of fish, sausage or pie. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why us?
- No surprises in your quote
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- All the chip-shop extras
- A menu almost everyone likes
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
- 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