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Wedding fish and chip van in Teynham, Kent
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your wedding in Teynham and across Kent.
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Evening wedding food
Wedding fish and chip van for Teynham events
The process
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, park up and set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot when you’re ready to eat. Evening food at a Teynham wedding often goes out just as the light fades: about 9:15pm at midsummer, 8:50pm in late May and 7:00pm in late September. A few lights by the hatch help guests and photos alike.
- Share your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check access at the venue and send a price.
- We agree arrival and serving times with you and your venue.
- We set up during the reception and start frying at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we clear our spot and leave you to the party.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
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 fill in our quote form.
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Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Teynham
Some couples book the van for the wedding breakfast at a relaxed, informal wedding. Most book it for the evening, when it really comes into its own. Popular choices include mushy peas, sausage and chips and haddock and chips, and typical bookings are for day-after gatherings and weddings in a marquee or garden.
A farm or garden wedding near Teynham suits a chip van. We need level, firm ground and a way in. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
Food your guests will love
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Planning for dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Have a back-up for guests with special diets
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Confirm the van can park at the venue
Your venue coordinator or a nominated friend can let us know if things run late.
Ask your band or DJ to tell guests the van is open.
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Space, access and the venue
If a spot is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another. The main points are:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Working with your venue
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: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
Common questions in Teynham
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Mary: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How far is Teynham from London?
About 40 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What time is best for the van?
Most couples choose between 8pm and 9:30pm, once the first dance is done. We’ll fit your running order.
Can the van come for the evening?
Of course. Evening food is the most common wedding booking for a fish and chip van. Tell us your date and venue.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Does every evening guest need to eat?
Typically most, not all. Tell us your numbers and timings, and we will advise.
Events we cater in Teynham
Evening food matters, 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 Teynham book the van for occasions like:
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Anniversary celebrations
After a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary, many couples move to a marquee or hall nearby, which is where the van comes in.
Before booking anyone
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- How late numbers can change
- The van’s size and access needs
- What happens if plans change
Planning wedding fish and chips in Teynham
Teynham is about 3 miles east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Weddings in Teynham are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Teynham to Canterbury (about 13 miles away).
Put the station on your invitation: Teynham station is in Teynham itself. Among the historic houses close to Teynham are Belmont House and Gardens (4.4 miles south-east). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and vehicles.
Weddings anywhere in ME9 start with a parking spot for the van. Whether your wedding is on Station Road, London Road and Belle Friday Close or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include Teynham Street (1 mile north-east), Deerton Street (1 mile east), Norton Ash (1 mile south-east), Lewson Street (1 mile south-east) and Tickham (1 mile south). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (13 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south), Canterbury (13 miles east), Sittingbourne (3 miles west), Whitstable (10 miles east) and Faversham (4 miles east).
A little further out are Bayford Court (2.8 miles west) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (2.7 miles west).
- Nearby schools include Sittingbourne Community College (2 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Dover Castle pub (less than half a mile south)
What affects the price in Teynham
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The minimum booking
- Your choice of menu
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How many people are eating
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where the event is
- A picture of the space and the way in
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Allergies and diets you know about
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Teynham, and we will check the date and send a price.
- 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