Medway · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire in Lower Bush
We bring a fish and chip van to Lower Bush and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Garden get-togethers
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
Fish and chip van hire for Lower Bush events
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Lower Bush
The menu is short and classic: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus the sides everyone expects. A short menu keeps the food fresh and the queue moving. We serve sausage and chips, pie and chips and mushy peas, and we’re regularly asked to cater staff thank-you lunches and wakes and gatherings after a funeral.
Somewhere as small as Lower Bush, a field, yard or drive is often the spot. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm ground matters more than anything. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
A fish and chip van in Lower Bush: local details
Lower Bush is about 3 miles west of Rochester, in Medway. Whether your event is in the middle of Lower Bush or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We serve all 68 towns and villages in Medway, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 24 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, Cuxton station is about 1.1 miles away. For a fundraiser at a school like Cuxton Community Infant School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school.
We cover events in every part of the ME2 postcode area and the streets around it. Other places close to Lower Bush we cover include 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). Further out, we also take the van to 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). Green spaces nearby include Ranscombe Farm and Gad's Hill.
- Schools near Lower Bush include Strood Academy (1.8 miles north-east)
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Working with your venue
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
Where the van can park in Lower Bush
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- A short walk from the party
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Lower Bush
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- A short menu helps everyone
A short menu keeps service quick, especially when everyone wants to eat at once.
A string of bunting by the van makes a lovely photo.
Occasions we serve in Lower Bush
It suits relaxed, sociable events, where people can wander up when they’re ready.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Lower Bush:
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Community events and fairs
- Big birthdays
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
After a service at Church of St Michael and All Angels, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house.
Comparing caterers
- Whether VAT is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payment is due
- Any minimum charge
What happens on the day
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. Late September evenings in Lower Bush lose the light at about 7:00pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:50pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Share the timings for the day
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
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What affects the price in Lower Bush
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Any minimum charge
- Distance and any road charges
- Access and parking
- Numbers
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.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the van would park
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can use our quote form.
Common questions in Lower Bush
Is Lower Bush close to London?
About 24 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small places like Lower Bush?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Cod or haddock?
Both are on our menu; we will agree the choice when we quote.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
- 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