Medway · England
Corporate Fish and Chip Catering for Gillingham events
Corporate fish and chip catering in Gillingham: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Leaving dos
- A monthly Fish Friday
- Lunch for site crews
Corporate fish and chip catering for Gillingham events
Planning the van’s spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Staff lunches
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
About our corporate fish and chip catering in Gillingham
A Fish Friday treat, an end-of-project lunch or a summer team day, the van makes the day feel special. Whether it is summer team days and charity and fundraising days at work, we can cook cod and chips, haddock and chips and pie and chips for your guests.
For a staff lunch in Gillingham, a car park or yard is typically ideal. Tell us about access and security. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu.
Workplace catering around Gillingham
Gillingham is about 30 miles east of London, in Medway. Across the ME8 area, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. We cover all 68 towns and villages across Medway, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Gillingham to Canterbury (23 miles away).
Being near the A2 and A231 makes Gillingham a simple run for the van. Central London is about 30 miles from Gillingham, well within our area. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 8 miles, rural team days are easy to arrange.
This part of Medway takes in ME8, ME7, ME4 and ME5, so your staff event can be anywhere in it. Your staff event could be at a house on Leeds Square, London Road and Dorset Square or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Being close to the A2 and A231, Gillingham is easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places where we serve staff events include Twydall (1 mile east), Lower Twydall (1 mile north-east), Grange (1 mile north), Darland (1 mile south-west) and Hale (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Rochester (4 miles west), Strood (4 miles west), Lordswood (3 miles south-west), Hoo St Werburgh (4 miles north), Rochester Riverside (3 miles north-west) and Walderslade (3 miles south-west). Gillingham is among the bigger towns we cover in Medway, with plenty of venues for staff events.
Nearby you will also find Medway Maritime Hospital (1.6 miles west) and Six Poor Travellers House (3.3 miles west). The countryside around Gillingham includes Blue Bell Hill and Bishop Saltings.
- Schools near Gillingham include The Robert Napier School (0.8 miles north-west) and The Robert Napier School (0.8 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Star pub (0.6 miles west)
- Local facilities include Chatham Free Library (1.9 miles west)
A chip van compared with other options
Corporate buffets are generally cold. A chip van serves hot food fresh from the fryer. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why us?
- Quick service from the hatch
- A quote that spells everything out
- A van that becomes part of the event
- All the chip-shop extras
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
How it works
We do not cook ahead. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, so it’s as fresh as from any chip shop. Summer events after work in Gillingham have light until about 9:20pm; in late May, sunset is around 8:50pm.
- 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.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your staff.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
How to get a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Gillingham: your questions answered
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Could you trade in Ambley Wood?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac staff when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
What happens if it rains?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Can the van come to Gillingham?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Gillingham and across Medway. Send us your date to check availability.
What comes out of the fryer
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Events we cater in Gillingham
It gets people out of their usual groups.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Retirement send-offs
- Summer staff parties
- A monthly Fish Friday
Within reach of Gillingham are historic houses such as Restoration House (3.3 miles west) and Temple Manor (4 miles west). Historic venues suit client days, but check their vehicle rules before planning a van.
Comparing caterers
- What the price includes, item by item
- How many hours the van serves
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The van’s size and access needs
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Tell us exactly when each group can eat
- Flag any coeliac staff
- Ask staff about allergies with a simple form
- Check with facilities where the van can park
We can serve each shift in turn.
Some teams make it a regular treat.
For event organisers in Gillingham
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Also in Gillingham
Takeaway run or book a van?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
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. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
- 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