Medway · England
Christmas party fish and chips in Wainscott, Medway
We bring a fish and chip van for your Christmas party to Wainscott and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- End-of-year club parties
- Christmas customer days
- Work Christmas parties
Book the van in Wainscott
What the van needs
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
About our Christmas party fish and chips in Wainscott
The Christmas season is short and busy, so it pays to ask early. Typical bookings include staff Christmas parties and school and PTA Christmas fairs, with pie and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce.
Around Wainscott, Christmas parties are frequently at home, the village hall or a club. We need firm ground and some light. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do.
Wainscott: your questions answered
Could you trade in Broomhill Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
What’s the nearest station to Wainscott?
The closest is Strood station, roughly 1.1 miles away.
Can you come to our office Christmas party?
Yes, if there is a suitable spot for the van and the site allows it.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we’ll plan for them.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll confirm what we need.
What food do you serve?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Choose a lit spot for the van
- Collect allergies in advance
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Think about a gazebo or covered doorway
Park the van close to the door, so nobody is out in the cold for long.
Hot drinks alongside make it even better.
Christmas catering near Wainscott
Wainscott is about 2 miles north of Rochester, in Medway. Bookings in Wainscott come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Wainscott is one of 68 places in Medway where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 26 miles away.
A winter fair at a school like Wainscott Primary School gets dark early, so hot food from a van is popular. Christmas fairs at a church such as St Philip & St James can book the van as a hot-food stall.
This part of Medway takes in ME2 and ME3, and we can serve your Christmas party anywhere in it. Your Christmas party could be at a house on Hoo Road, Holly Road and Leigh Road or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Other places close to Wainscott we cover include Upper Upnor (1 mile south-east), Lower Upnor (1 mile east), Chattenden (1 mile north-east), Cooling Street (2 miles north) and Hoo St Werburgh (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Gillingham (4 miles south-east), Chatham (4 miles south), Rainham (5 miles south-east), Luton (3 miles south), Park Wood (6 miles south-east) and Lordswood (5 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Huguenot Museum (1.6 miles south) and French Hospital (1.6 miles south). Open spaces near Wainscott include Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
- Schools near Wainscott include Temple School (0.9 miles west) and The Hundred of Hoo Academy (1.8 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include Royal Oak pub (0.6 miles south-west)
- Other local spots include City of Rochester-upon-Medway (1.4 miles south-west) and Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (1.8 miles south)
How the day works
We arrive on time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. At about 3:50pm in late December, it gets dark in Wainscott, so put the van where there’s good light.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Share the timings for the day
Getting a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your Christmas party, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Planning help
Towns and villages near Wainscott
Other occasions in Wainscott
For planners, venues and organisers
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
What a fish and chip van costs
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- The length of service
- The menu and how many choices
- The minimum booking
- The date and time of year
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where the van would park
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of where the van would go
- The venue or postcode
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Hog roasts are a Christmas favourite, but it’s one dish. A van offers fish, sausages and pies. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Wainscott hosts choose us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Something for guests to gather round
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- 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