Medway · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire in Sharnal Street
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van in Sharnal Street and across Medway.
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Birthday celebrations
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
Planning an event in Sharnal Street?
Fish and chip van hire in Sharnal Street, cooked to order
Queuing at the hatch is half the experience. People chat, the smell drifts across, and the food arrives hot. For Fêtes, fairs and school events and birthday celebrations, we can cook curry sauce, gravy and pie and chips and more.
In a small place like Sharnal Street, the van frequently parks on a farm track, a field or a drive. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm, dry ground is the key. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Sharnal Street?
Plated meals need a kitchen and a bigger team. A van needs only a level spot and permission to park. Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Why book our van in Sharnal Street
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Hot food handed straight over
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No kitchen needed
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier.
Tell people when the van opens, so they don’t miss out.
Occasions we serve in Sharnal Street
It suits relaxed, sociable events, where people can wander up when they’re ready.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Milestone birthday parties
- Work Christmas parties
PTAs at schools such as High Halstow Primary Academy frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
Questions to ask before booking
- Payment terms and deposit
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether there is a minimum
Bringing the van to Sharnal Street
Sharnal Street is about 5 miles north of Gillingham, in Medway. People in Sharnal Street book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We take the van to all 68 towns and villages in Medway, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Sharnal Street to Canterbury (24 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Restoration House (4.9 miles south-west). Historic venues frequently limit vehicles, so ask early if you are booking one. Coming by train? Gillingham (Kent) station, about 3.9 miles south, is the nearest station.
For events in ME3, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. If your venue is just outside Sharnal Street, we also cover Fenn Street (1 mile north-east), High Halstow (1 mile north-west), Tunbridge Hill (1 mile south-east), Kingsnorth (1 mile south-east) and Hoo St Werburgh (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Gillingham (5 miles south), Chatham (6 miles south), Rochester (5 miles south-west), Rainham (6 miles south), Strood (5 miles south-west) and Luton (5 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Upnor Castle (3.2 miles south-west) and Medway Maritime Hospital (4.5 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Bishop Saltings.
- Local schools include The Hundred of Hoo Academy (1.8 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Red Dog Public House (0.9 miles north-west)
Where the van can park in Sharnal Street
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:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
What affects the price in Sharnal Street
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How far we travel
- How long we serve
- Parking and the way in
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and time of the event
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Sharnal Street: your questions answered
Is Sharnal Street close to London?
About 29 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Sharnal Street?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we will plan for them.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
How long are you on site?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Can you cater for allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we will give you the allergen information.
The process
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we can start a little later or slow the pace. In Sharnal Street, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:00pm in late September, so summer evening events are usually served in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a 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
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Give us a contact for the day
How to get a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will check the date and send a price.
Planning help
Places near Sharnal Street
What else we do in Sharnal Street
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Sharnal Street? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Takeaway run or book a van?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, 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