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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Broomhill events
Fish and chip van hire in Broomhill: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Big birthdays
- Staff lunches and team days
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
Fish and chip van hire in Broomhill
Broomhill: your questions answered
Is Broomhill too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
We’re gathering after a service at St Mary's Church: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Send us the address.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
What does the van need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: batter is generally made with wheat flour. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before you book.
Do you take everything away?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
What areas do you cover?
We take the van across London and the South East, including Kent. Find your area.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
We arrive with the van, fry everything to order, and serve when you’re ready to eat.
Fish and chip van hire in Broomhill, fried fresh
Queuing at the hatch is half the experience. People chat, the smell drifts across, and the food arrives hot. We’re frequently asked to cater village fêtes and school fairs and milestone birthday parties, serving pie and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips.
In a hamlet or village like Broomhill, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the date, the service time and the menu.
What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Next to a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which helps if some guests do not eat pork. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
What you get with us
- Quick service from the hatch
- A quote that spells everything out
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A menu almost everyone likes
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
Planning for dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
Once everyone is fed, we pack up, leaving the pitch tidy.
A gazebo by the van keeps the queue dry.
Step by step
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot when you’re ready to eat. Late September evenings in Broomhill lose the light at about 7:00pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:50pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
How to get a price
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
Bringing the van to Broomhill
Broomhill is about 6 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. We serve events at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Broomhill. We take the van to all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 6 miles away.
Historic houses near Broomhill include Goodnestone Park (2.5 miles south). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one. Churches such as St Mary's Church rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by generally does.
Wherever your event is in CT3, we can fry fresh for your guests. That could mean an event at a home on Wenderton Lane, North Court Road and Miles Court or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Broomhill we cover include Wingham (1 mile south), Shatterling (1 mile east), Well Head (1 mile south), Perry (1 mile north-east) and Wingham Green (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (6 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (11 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include St Martins Hospital (4.8 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion pub (0.5 miles south)
Perfect for your event in Broomhill
Fish and chips suits nearly every crowd, from children to grandparents. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Broomhill:
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Festive get-togethers
For a fundraiser at a school like Wingham Primary School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether there is a minimum
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Places near Broomhill
Also in Broomhill
DIY versus a fish and chip van
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
How we price a fish and chip van
We will give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- The menu and how many choices
- The minimum booking
- Service time
- How far we travel
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and time of the event
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Broomhill? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through 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