Medway · England
Corporate fish and chip catering in Strood, Medway
We bring a fish and chip van for your team across Strood and Medway, cooking to order on site.
- Summer team days
- A monthly Fish Friday
- Retirement send-offs
Corporate fish and chip catering for Strood events
How it works
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service. Lunchtime staff treats in Strood are in daylight all year round, but later events need lighting: it is dark by about 3:50pm in December.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your staff event, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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How our corporate fish and chip catering works in Strood
Whether it is a Friday treat or an end-of-quarter thank you, the van makes the day feel special. On the menu are sausage and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas, and we’re regularly asked to cater end-of-project celebrations and summer staff parties.
A staff treat in the car park in Strood is easy with a chip van, if the site agrees. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Where the van can park in Strood
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Staff lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
Is a fish and chip van right for your staff event?
A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. The van cooks on site. The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Quick service from the hatch
Should I sort the food myself?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
Common questions in Strood
Could you trade in Rede Common?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Check with them first.
What’s the nearest station to Strood?
Strood station, about 1 mile east of the centre.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for staff are worth planning.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
What will facilities need from you?
Every site asks for something different, so send us the list and we will confirm what we can provide.
Can you come onto our site?
Typically, if there’s a level spot and the site allows it. We’ll agree the exact spot with you or facilities.
How much does a fish and chip van for your team cost in Strood?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your staff event and we’ll send a quote.
Nearby places to Strood
Also in Strood
Business events near Strood
Strood is about 3 miles north-west of Chatham, in Medway. From the centre of Strood to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We take the van to 68 places across Medway, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 26 miles away.
Commuters will know that the closest railway station is Strood station, roughly 1 mile east of the centre. Being near the A2 and A226 makes Strood a simple run for the van.
Staff events anywhere in ME2, ME1 and ME3 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many staff. Your staff event could be at a house on Ash Road, Gun Lane and Pine Road, as long as there is somewhere for the van. With the A2 and A226 close by, Strood is simple for us to get to with the van. Other places close to Strood we cover include Rochester (1 mile east), Borstal (1 mile south), Cuxton (2 miles south-west), Lower Bush (2 miles south-west) and Upper Bush (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (4 miles east), Chatham (3 miles south-east), Rainham (6 miles east), Luton (3 miles south-east), Park Wood (6 miles south-east) and Lordswood (5 miles south-east). Strood is among the bigger towns we cover in Medway, with lots of choice for staff events.
Nearby you will also find Six Poor Travellers House (1.2 miles east) and French Hospital (1.2 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
- Local schools include Strood Academy (0.6 miles north-west) and Temple School (1.2 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Crispin And Crispianus Public House (0.6 miles east)
- Other local spots include City of Rochester-upon-Medway (0.9 miles east)
What comes out of the fryer
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, great with chips and sausages.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How far we travel
- Whether a minimum applies
- Cod, haddock or both
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The address or venue name
- Anything awkward about the way in
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your team for your staff event in Strood? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
For event organisers in Strood
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.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Find out what documents the site needs
- Share the shift pattern
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Tell us about coeliac staff specifically
Bins and napkins by the van make it easy.
A simple pre-order helps us plan.
- 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