Kent · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Well Street
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Wedding fish and chip van in Well Street.
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Day-after gatherings
- Barn weddings
Planning an event in Well Street?
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Plan bins by the hatch
- Name a friend or coordinator as our contact
- Have a back-up for guests with special diets
- Not every evening guest eats: ask us how many to plan for
Most couples serve evening food between about 8pm and 9:30pm, once the first dance is done and before the party really gets going.
Festoon lights by the van look lovely in the evening photos.
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Well Street
The van parks near the marquee, barn or venue, and guests wander out to the hatch. It turns evening food into part of the celebration. For vow renewals and anniversaries and seaside-themed weddings, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, curry sauce and haddock and chips for your guests.
A wedding in a small place like Well Street often means a field, a barn or a family garden. A chip van is made for that: no kitchen, just firm ground nearby. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Events we cater in Well Street
Almost every guest enjoys fish and chips, from flower girls to grandparents.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Well Street, people book us for events such as:
- Wedding after-parties
- Barn weddings
- Vow renewal parties
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
Marrying at Church of St James? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening.
Questions to ask before booking
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Whether VAT is included
- Any minimum charge
What comes out of the fryer
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it’s on the menu.
Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Questions from Well Street
Which station is closest to Well Street?
East Malling station, about 0.5 miles east of the centre.
Is Well Street too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How much does a fish and chip van for your wedding cost in Well Street?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Is grass a problem?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we’ll advise.
What time is best for the van?
Most couples choose between 8pm and 9:30pm, after the first dance. We will fit your running order.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we’ll take it from there.
Step by step
The first sign we have arrived is normally the smell, about the time the first guests wander across. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. For a summer wedding in Well Street, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:00pm in late September, which means evening fish and chips is frequently served in daylight in June and July. For autumn and winter weddings, when it’s dark by about 3:50pm in December, plan lighting by the van.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Get a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
Nearby places to Well Street
What else we do in Well Street
Takeaway run or book a van?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
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.
Getting married in Well Street?
Well Street is about 4 miles west of Maidstone, in Kent. Weddings in Well Street are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Well Street is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for London, about 27 miles away.
Planning photos in Manor Park Country Park? It is worth checking the park’s rules first. Within reach of Well Street are historic houses such as Old Soar Manor (4.9 miles west). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and vehicles.
Here we cover the ME19 postcode area, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. If your venue is just outside Well Street, we also cover East Malling (1 mile north), West Malling (1 mile north-west), Kings Hill (1 mile south-west), Ditton (1 mile north-east) and Red Hill (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (4 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (10 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south-west) and Gravesend (10 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Coldrum Long Barrow (3.5 miles north-west) and Leybourne Castle (1.4 miles north). Within reach you will find Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.
- Schools near Well Street include St James the Great Academy (0.7 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Rising Sun pub (under half a mile north-east)
What the van needs
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Well Street
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Bacon rolls and pizza are popular evening choices too. A chip van gives a more filling, proper meal. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why Well Street hosts choose us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at our prices page or 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