Kent · England
Wedding fish and chip van in Waltham, Kent
Looking for a fish and chip van for your wedding in Waltham? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Laid-back receptions
- Evening food for day and evening guests
Fresh fish and chips in Waltham
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Waltham
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. Whether it’s evening food for day and evening guests and rustic farm weddings, we will put together a menu of cod and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas and more.
Rural weddings around Waltham have a magic of their own, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Waltham?
For evening food with a bit of fun, a fish and chip van is a great choice at a wedding in Waltham. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
Why book with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- A quote that spells everything out
Getting married in Waltham?
Waltham is about 6 miles south-west of Canterbury, in Kent. For a wedding in Waltham, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. Waltham is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Waltham to Canterbury (about 6 miles away).
Marrying at Church of St Bartholomew? 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 4 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
This part of Kent takes in CT4. We can serve a wedding on streets such as Church Lane, Richdore Road and Kake Street, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Stelling Minnis (2 miles east), Bossingham (2 miles east), Stowting Common (4 miles south), Stowting (4 miles south) and Rhodes Minnis (4 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (8 miles south-west), Canterbury (6 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles east), Folkestone (10 miles south-east), Whitstable (11 miles north) and Faversham (10 miles north-west).
A little further out are Chilham Castle (4.1 miles north-west) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (5.5 miles north-east).
- Pubs nearby include Compasses Inn (0.9 miles north-west)
How it works
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we’ve agreed, and get on with frying and serving. In Waltham, evening wedding food frequently coincides with dusk: about 9:15pm at midsummer, 8:45pm in late May and 7:00pm in late September. A few lights by the hatch help guests and photos alike.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Make sure the van can get in
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your wedding. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Planning help
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For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Space, access and the venue
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Allergies and dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Have bins ready for paper and trays
- Ask your venue about catering vans first
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Count suppliers working late
We arrive and set up without getting in the way, so we are ready at the agreed time.
A string of lights by the hatch makes a great photo.
Waltham: your questions answered
Is Waltham close to London?
Roughly 52 miles from the centre of London.
What’s the nearest station to Waltham?
The closest is Chilham station, roughly 3.7 miles away.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
What does the van need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
Do you cover Waltham?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Waltham and the rest of Kent. To check your date, use our quote form.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Can you do our evening wedding food?
Of course. Evening food is the most common wedding booking for a fish and chip van. Send us your date and venue.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
The menu, dish by dish
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it’s on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
What affects the price in Waltham
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- The day of the week
- How long we serve
- Your choice of menu
- How easy the site is to reach
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where you’d like the van to go
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, use our quote form.
- 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