Medway · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events in Gillingham
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Fish and chip van for events in Gillingham.
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Agricultural and country shows
- Community open days
Fresh fish and chips in Gillingham
A fish and chip van or other catering?
At bigger events, a chip van works alongside other traders and spreads the queues. Larger groups typically cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book our van in Gillingham
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- A clear quote before booking
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
How our fish and chip van for events works in Gillingham
School fairs and sports days work well with a chip van, once the school agrees where the van goes. For festivals and feeding event crew, we will put together a menu of cod and chips, haddock and chips and chips for your guests.
Large events in Gillingham draw big crowds, so serving speed matters; a short menu keeps the queue moving. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
What else we do in Gillingham
Gillingham questions
What’s the nearest station to Gillingham?
Gillingham (Kent) station, about 1.5 miles north-west of the centre.
Can the van park in Ambley Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
What happens if it rains?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
What does the pitch need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, and room for a queue. Tell us about power and water.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we will plan for them.
The process
You will know we’re ready when the smell of frying drifts over, about the time the first visitors wander across. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. Winter fairs in Gillingham are dark by about 3:50pm, so pitches need lighting; spring events have light until about 8:50pm by late May.
- You send us the event details and pitch information.
- We confirm availability, our pitch needs and anything the event asks for.
- On the day, we arrive and set up our pitch.
- We cook fresh and serve through the day.
- We pack down at the end and leave the pitch clean.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Share the timings for the day
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
How to get a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, use our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The menu and how many choices
- How far we travel
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How easy the site is to reach
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Where the event is
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the van would park
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.
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Running an event in Gillingham
Gillingham is about 30 miles east of London, in Medway. In and around Gillingham, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. Gillingham is one of 68 places in Medway where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Gillingham to Canterbury (about 23 miles away).
Running a fête for a church like Holy Trinity Church? A chip van draws people in. If your event is in Ambley Wood, the organiser will need the landowner’s permission for vehicles and traders. Within about 8 miles is the Kent Downs National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we work to the site rules.
Here we cover the ME8, ME7, ME4 and ME5 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Leeds Square, London Road and Dorset Square, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. With the A2 and A231 close by, Gillingham is simple for us to get to with the van. If your venue is just outside Gillingham, we also cover 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 lots of choice for events.
Other landmarks nearby include Medway Maritime Hospital (1.6 miles west) and Six Poor Travellers House (3.3 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Blue Bell Hill and Bishop Saltings.
- Local schools include The Robert Napier School (0.8 miles north-west) and The Robert Napier School (0.8 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Star pub (0.6 miles west)
- Other local spots include Chatham Free Library (1.9 miles west)
For event organisers in Gillingham
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Agree the terms in writing
- Ask traders for allergen information to display
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
Put bins near the queue.
A clear route for the van before the gates open avoids problems.
Occasions we serve in Gillingham
Rain does not stop the fryers, which matters at outdoor events.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Gillingham book the van for occasions like:
- Agricultural and country shows
- Feeding event crew
- Fish and chip supper nights
- Festivals
For visitors coming by rail, Gillingham (Kent) station, about 1.5 miles north-west, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- Allergen information for each item
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- 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