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Wedding fish and chip van in West Stourmouth, Kent
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your wedding turns food into part of your wedding in West Stourmouth.
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Food after the first dance
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
A chip van near West Stourmouth
Wedding fish and chip van in West Stourmouth, cooked to order
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 curry sauce, sausage and chips and cod and chips, and we’re frequently booked for pre-wedding get-togethers and evening wedding food.
A wedding in a small place like West Stourmouth frequently means a field, a barn or a family garden. A chip van is made for that: no kitchen, just firm ground nearby. Let us know about access and ground. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
For event organisers in West Stourmouth
Having the party at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
How the day works
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we can start a little later or slow the pace. In West Stourmouth, 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 are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear 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.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
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What the van needs
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
Wedding venues and ceremonies near West Stourmouth
West Stourmouth is about 6 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. We cover West Stourmouth as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. West Stourmouth is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from West Stourmouth to Canterbury (about 7 miles away).
Guests coming by rail will want to know that the nearest station is Minster station, about 3.7 miles east. If you are marrying at a church near West Stourmouth, such as All Saints Church, and holding the reception nearby, the van can serve evening food there. With the coast within about 6 miles, fish and chips suits a seaside-style wedding. We will plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Here we cover the CT3 postcode area. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include East Stourmouth (1 mile east), Grove (1 mile south-west), Preston (1 mile south), Sarre (1 mile north) and Upstreet (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (8 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles east), Broadstairs (9 miles east) and Whitstable (9 miles west).
The countryside around West Stourmouth includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.
The menu, dish by dish
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Your choice of menu
- How far we travel
- The date and time of year
- The minimum booking
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Your date and serving time
- Where the van would park
- Expected numbers
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your wedding, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
West Stourmouth: your questions answered
Can you serve near the sea around West Stourmouth?
Yes. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Can you serve after a service at All Saints Church?
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. Send us the address.
Do we need to provide anything?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your wedding and we will send a quote.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Count suppliers working late
- Not every evening guest eats: ask us how many to plan for
- Put bins near the van
- Confirm the van can park at the venue
Once everyone has eaten, we pack up and leave you to the party.
Ask your band or DJ to tell guests the van is open.
Perfect for your wedding in West Stourmouth
The van keeps cooking in any weather, which takes one worry off the list.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Food after the first dance
- Engagement parties
- Day-after gatherings
- Weddings with a seaside feel
For outdoor photos, Monk's Wall nature reserve is close by, and the countryside around West Stourmouth suits an outdoor reception.
Questions to ask before booking
- VAT, if it applies
- When final numbers are due
- When payment is due
- Any minimum charge
Other occasions in West Stourmouth
- 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