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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Tonge Corner
Planning a fish and chip van for your wedding in Tonge Corner? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Food after the first dance
Book the van in Tonge Corner
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Tonge Corner
Some couples book the van for the wedding breakfast at a relaxed, informal wedding. Most book it for the evening, when it is most welcome. We serve haddock and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for coastal-themed receptions and anniversary celebrations.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Tonge Corner, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Tonge Corner
Tonge Corner is about 2 miles east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We serve weddings at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Tonge Corner. We serve all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
For guests travelling by train, Teynham station, about 1.5 miles south-east, is the nearest station. After a ceremony at a church like Church of St Giles, many couples move to a marquee or hall nearby, which is where the van comes in.
Weddings anywhere in ME9 start with a parking spot for the van. For weddings just outside Tonge Corner, we cover Tonge (1 mile north), Radfield (1 mile south), Murston (1 mile west), Milton Regis (1 mile west) and Rodmersham (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (12 miles south-west), Ashford (15 miles south), Canterbury (14 miles east), Whitstable (11 miles east), Faversham (5 miles south-east) and Minster (5 miles north).
A little further out are Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (1.9 miles west) and Dolphin Sailing Barge Museum (1.4 miles west).
- Local schools include Sittingbourne Community College (1.1 miles south-west)
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
We’ll give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- How easy the site is to reach
- Service time
- The day of the week
- Numbers
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Where the van would park
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Planning a fish and chip van for your wedding in Tonge Corner? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
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Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- A short walk from the party
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Some venue evening menus are light. A chip van makes sure nobody goes home hungry. The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Classic food your guests already know
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
How the day works
Nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. At a December wedding in Tonge Corner, it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so the route from the reception to the van needs lighting, while a June wedding has light until about 9:15pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Give us a contact for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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Events we cater in Tonge Corner
Evening food matters, and fish and chips is a crowd-pleaser. It’s a fun moment too.
Whatever the occasion in Tonge Corner, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Vow renewal parties
- Barn and farm weddings
- Food after the first dance
- Engagement celebrations
If you are hoping for photos in Milton Creek Country Park, check whether the park needs permission for photography or gatherings.
Before you book anyone
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- When payment is due
- Any minimum charge
Common questions in Tonge Corner
Can the van park in Milton Creek Country Park?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Giles: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Does every evening guest need to eat?
That depends on your day. Most couples plan for most of their evening guests, not all.
Do you do evening food for weddings?
Evening food is exactly what we do. We’ll agree a serving time around your running order.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Add an allergy question to your RSVP card
- Flag coeliac guests early
- Plan bins by the hatch
- Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers early
Evening food normally goes out between about 8pm and 9:30pm, once the first dance is done.
A little sign by the van tells guests what’s on.
About the food
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
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.
- 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