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Wedding fish and chip van in Styants Bottom, Kent
Wedding fish and chip van in Styants Bottom: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Second-day and after-party food
- Engagement parties
- Relaxed, informal receptions
A chip van near Styants Bottom
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Not every evening guest eats: ask us how many to plan for
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who can’t eat from the van
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
Once everyone has eaten, we pack up and leave you to the party.
Festoon lights by the van look lovely in the evening photos.
Wedding fish and chip van in Styants Bottom, cooked to order
Couples love the relaxed feel: guests in their wedding best queuing for fish and chips makes for memorable photos. On the menu are haddock and chips, curry sauce and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for marquee and garden weddings and food after the first dance.
Rural weddings around Styants Bottom have a magic of their own, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your wedding, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
- The number of meals
- The length of service
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A picture of where the van would go
- The venue or postcode
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Your date and serving time
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
Some venue evening menus are light. A chip van makes sure nobody goes home hungry. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Styants Bottom hosts choose us
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Something for guests to gather round
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- No surprises in your quote
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
How it works
The van turns up at the agreed time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts right on schedule. At a December wedding in Styants Bottom, it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so the route from the reception to the van needs lighting.
- You share 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
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Let us know the serving time
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we will reply with a quote. Just use our quote form.
Planning help
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Styants Bottom weddings: local tips
Styants Bottom is about 3 miles east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Anywhere in TN15, we can bring the van to you. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Styants Bottom to London (about 21 miles away).
Historic houses near Styants Bottom include Ightham Mote (1.9 miles south) and Knole House (2.7 miles south-west). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and vehicles. Marrying at St Lawrence? 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 5 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
This part of Kent takes in TN15. For weddings just outside Styants Bottom, we cover Oldbury (1 mile east), Ightham (1 mile south-east), Stone Street (1 mile south), Ivy Hatch (1 mile south-east) and Bitchet Green (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles east), Dartford (11 miles north), Sevenoaks (3 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south), Gravesend (11 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (6 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Ightham Court (1.3 miles north-east) and Sevenoaks Hospital (2.8 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Dryhill Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Wrotham School (2.4 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Harrow Inn (0.8 miles south-east)
Towns and villages near Styants Bottom
Other occasions in Styants Bottom
FAQs for Styants Bottom
Can the van park in Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
How far is Styants Bottom from London?
About 21 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
Can the van come to Styants Bottom?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Styants Bottom is within our area. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Where the van can park in Styants Bottom
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Styants Bottom
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Haddock and chips
For planners, venues and organisers
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
Who books wedding fish and chip van in Styants Bottom?
It suits barn, marquee and garden weddings, where there is room to park the van close by.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Evening wedding food
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Laid-back receptions
- Engagement celebrations
If you are hoping for photos in Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve, check whether the park needs permission for photography or gatherings.
What your quote should include
- What happens if plans change
- Allergen information for each item
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- How late numbers can change
- 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