Medway · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events for Lower Bush events
We bring a fish and chip van for your event across Lower Bush and Medway, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Sports days
- Agricultural and country shows
- Crew and volunteer catering
A chip van near Lower Bush
Event catering near Lower Bush
Lower Bush is about 3 miles west of Rochester, in Medway. Tell us where your event in Lower Bush will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. Lower Bush is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 24 miles away.
A school like Cuxton Community Infant School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day. For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of St Michael and All Angels, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
This part of Medway takes in ME2, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. Close by, we cover events in Upper Bush (1 mile south-west), Cuxton (1 mile east), North Halling (1 mile south-east), Halling (2 miles south) and Cobham (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (6 miles east), Chatham (4 miles east), Rochester (3 miles east), Rainham (7 miles east), Luton (4 miles east) and Park Wood (7 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include City of Rochester-upon-Medway (2.8 miles east) and French Hospital (3 miles east). Open spaces near Lower Bush include Ranscombe Farm and Gad's Hill.
- Schools near Lower Bush include Strood Academy (1.8 miles north-east)
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Lower Bush
The smell of fish and chips brings a queue to any fête. A chip van gives organisers a hot-food trader that almost everyone wants. Typical bookings include community open days and food for volunteers, with sausage and chips, curry sauce and chips.
Near Lower Bush, events may be far from shops and cafés, so fish and chips goes down well. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Places near Lower Bush
Other occasions in Lower Bush
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Parking and the way in
- Your choice of menu
- Service time
- The number of meals
There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A picture of the parking spot
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can use our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Lower Bush
It is low-maintenance for organisers, because we bring what we need.
These are some of the bookings we take around Lower Bush:
- Club open days
- Horse and dog shows
- Festivals
- Charity fundraisers and community events
Events in parks such as Rede Common need permission from the council or landowner, and the van needs a firm route onto the pitch.
Comparing caterers
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- When payment is due
- Any minimum charge
- A clear list of what’s included
The process
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. December events in Lower Bush lose the light at about 3:50pm, so we need a lit pitch; in late May there is light until about 8:50pm.
- Get in touch 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 visitors.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
Organising for someone else?
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Questions from Lower Bush
Which station is closest to Lower Bush?
The closest is Cuxton station, roughly 1.1 miles away.
Can you come to a school fair in Lower Bush?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Send us the date and where the van would go.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Do you cover Lower Bush?
Yes, we do. Lower Bush is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
What about visitors who don’t eat fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Lower Bush.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before you book.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Agree how we will be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
- Offer a choice of traders where you can
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
- Share any nut or allergy policies
Mark out the queue area away from walkways.
A few benches near the van help.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Cakes and sandwiches are popular, but hot food brings people in on cooler days. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Why Lower Bush hosts choose us
- A clear quote before booking
- Quick service from the hatch
- A menu almost everyone likes
- All the chip-shop extras
Where the van can park in Lower Bush
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- A back-up spot if the ground is soft
- Confirmation the van can trade there
- A level, firm pitch the van can drive onto
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
Should I sort the food myself?
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
- 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