Medway · England
Fish and chip van hire in Stoke, Medway
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Fish and chip van hire in Stoke.
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Christmas parties
- Weddings, especially the evening
Fresh fish and chips in Stoke
Space, access and the venue
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
Fish and chip van hire in Stoke, fried fresh
Few meals are as universally loved as fish and chips. That’s why a van works for so many kinds of event. Popular choices include mushy peas, sausage and chips and cod and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater fish and chip days at care homes and festive get-togethers.
In a hamlet or village like Stoke, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Occasions we serve in Stoke
On a grey day, hot fish and chips wins, and the cooking carries on inside the van whatever the weather.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Stoke book the van for events such as:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Staff lunches and team days
- Birthday celebrations
For a fundraiser at a school like Stoke Primary Academy, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether travel is included
- The van’s size and access needs
What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The length of service
- Access and parking
- How far we travel
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.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Towns and villages near Stoke
More for events in Stoke
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
FAQs for Stoke
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Peter and St Paul?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How far is Stoke from London?
Roughly 31 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
Is grass a problem?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Is it a full meal?
Yes. Fish and chips with mushy peas is a full meal.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Fish and chip van hire around Stoke
Stoke is about 5 miles north of Gillingham, in Medway. People in Stoke book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Stoke is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Stoke to Canterbury (about 23 miles away).
Churches such as Church of St Peter and St Paul rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by typically does.
Anywhere in ME3, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your event could be at a house on Vicarage Lane and Vicarage Close or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Middle Stoke (1 mile east), Lower Stoke (1 mile north-east), North Street (1 mile south-west), Tunbridge Hill (1 mile south-west) and St Mary Hoo (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (5 miles south), Chatham (7 miles south-west), Rochester (7 miles south-west), Rainham (6 miles south), Strood (7 miles south-west) and Luton (6 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Medway Maritime Hospital (5.7 miles south-west) and Upnor Castle (4.8 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Bishop Saltings.
- Pubs nearby include The White Horse pub (under half a mile north-east)
How the day works
There’s very little for you to do on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your event. We handle the cooking and serving. Around midsummer it stays light in Stoke until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:00pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 3:50pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Have a level parking spot ready
Ask for a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, use our quote form.
Planning help
A chip van compared with other options
A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. A van fries on the spot, so it’s crisp when it is handed over. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
Why book our van in Stoke
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- No surprises in your quote
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- A short menu helps everyone
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Put allergy details in writing
- Put bins and napkins by the van
It helps to have bins and napkins by the van for everyone.
Plan cover near the hatch if rain is possible.
What comes out of the fryer
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
- 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