Kent · England
Wedding fish and chip van in Woodland, Kent
Bring the chip shop to your wedding in Woodland. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Engagement celebrations
- Rustic farm weddings
- Marquee and garden weddings
Book the van in Woodland
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Woodland
It is relaxed and a little bit fun: guests in their wedding best queuing for fish and chips makes for great photos. Whether it is weddings in a marquee or garden and relaxed, informal receptions, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, haddock and chips and curry sauce for your guests.
There is something special about a country wedding near Woodland, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Woodland: your questions answered
Is Woodland close to London?
Roughly 56 miles from the centre of London.
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. We cook inside the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Do you cover Woodland?
We do. We serve events in Woodland and across Kent. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Will the van be in our photos?
Frequently, yes, and it makes a fun photo. Add bunting or lights for the photos.
How it works
There is very little for you to do on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your wedding. The frying and serving are down to us. Winter weddings in Woodland are dark by about 3:50pm, so plan a lit path from the party to the van.
- We start with your date, venue, numbers and running order.
- We check the venue and the date, then send a quote.
- Timings are agreed with you and the venue coordinator.
- We set up during the reception and start frying at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we clear our spot and leave you to the party.
Getting ready for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Get a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Why choose wedding fish and chip van in Woodland?
It suits barn, marquee and garden weddings, where the van can park near the party.
In Woodland and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Barn and farm weddings
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Wedding after-parties
- Vow renewal parties
Nearby historic houses include Acrise Place (2.9 miles east) and Westenhanger Castle (3.1 miles south-west). Grand venues like these usually set rules for outside caterers, so ask before you book.
Before you book anyone
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether there is a minimum
- Whether travel is included
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Also in Woodland
Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
- Have bins ready for paper and trays
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
After service, we pack up quietly and let the dancing carry on.
Let the DJ or band announce when the food is ready.
Organising for someone else?
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
A chip van compared with other options
Next to a cold buffet, fish and chips is hot and fresh, and nothing has been out for hours. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why us?
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- We cover Woodland and the whole of Kent
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Take a look at how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Getting married in Woodland?
Woodland is about 4 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. For weddings in Woodland, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Woodland. We serve all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Woodland to Canterbury (10 miles away).
Tolsford Hill nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Woodland suits an outdoor reception. Put the station on your invitation: the nearest station is Westenhanger station, about 2.9 miles south-west. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 3 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van. The sea is within about 5 miles, perfect for a seaside-themed wedding. We’ll plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
We cover weddings in every part of CT18 and the streets around it. For weddings just outside Woodland, we cover Skeete (1 mile south-west), Hemsted (1 mile north-west), Lyminge (1 mile east), Rhodes Minnis (1 mile north-east) and Ottinge (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (9 miles west), Canterbury (10 miles north), Dover (10 miles east), Folkestone (5 miles south-east), Whitstable (15 miles north) and Deal (15 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Victoria Hospital (5.6 miles south-east) and Saltwood Castle (3.6 miles south). Open spaces near Woodland include Tolsford Hill.
Prices and what affects them
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Whether a minimum applies
- The date and time of year
- Cod, haddock or both
- Numbers
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of where the van would go
- Your date and serving time
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
- 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