Medway · England
Fish and chip van for parties in Brompton, Medway
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your party makes the food a highlight of your party in Brompton.
- Big birthdays
- Summer garden parties
- Family reunions
Party fish and chip van for Brompton events
About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
How our party fish and chip van works in Brompton
A chip van works for birthdays, garden parties and family celebrations. Everyone from toddlers to grandparents knows what they’re getting. For reunions and family get-togethers and anniversary celebrations, we can cook sausage and chips, curry sauce and cod and chips and more.
Around Brompton, a garden and a drive is all you need. The van fits right in. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your party, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
The process
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch. Afterwards we pack up. In Brompton, a June party has light until about 9:20pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:00pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- You get an access check and a clear price.
- We arrive, park on the drive or agreed spot and set up.
- We serve hot from the hatch while the party carries on.
- Afterwards, we clear up and leave you to it.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Get a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will check the date and send a price.
Planning help
What affects the price in Brompton
These are the factors that matter most:
- How many people are eating
- The date and time of year
- Any minimum charge
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
Details that help
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- The date and time of the event
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the space and the way in
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Nearby places to Brompton
What else we do in Brompton
Planning the van’s spot
If a spot is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Common questions in Brompton
How far is Brompton from London?
About 28 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Could you trade in Great Lines Heritage Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you take everything away?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
Can you come to a street party?
Yes, where the council allows it. Check your council’s rules on road closures and vehicles early.
Is there a kids’ option?
Sausage and chips, generally. Tell us how many children to expect.
Do we need to provide anything?
Mostly just a good parking spot. Mention power and water and we will confirm the rest.
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
Do you bring everything you need?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Party venues around Brompton
Brompton is about 1 mile east of Rochester, in Medway. For parties in Brompton, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Brompton is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 25 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Chatham station, about 0.7 miles south-west. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Brompton Garrison Church or St Michael the Archangel Church, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards.
This part of Medway takes in ME4, ME7 and ME2, so your party can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Dock Road, Globe Lane and South Road; a party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Close by, we cover parties in Chatham Waterfront (1 mile south-west), Rochester Riverside (1 mile west), Frindsbury (1 mile north-west), Luton (1 mile south) and Hale (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Rainham (4 miles south-east), Park Wood (4 miles south-east), Lordswood (4 miles south), Twydall (3 miles south-east), Hoo St Werburgh (3 miles north-east) and Wigmore (4 miles south-east).
A little further out are Upnor Castle (1.2 miles north) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (less than half a mile south-west). Within reach you’ll find Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
- Schools near Brompton include Brompton Academy (0.5 miles south-east) and Hospital and Medical Tuition Service (0.9 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find King George V Public House (less than half a mile north)
- Local facilities include Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (under half a mile south-west) and City of Rochester-upon-Medway (1.4 miles west)
Should I sort the food myself?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Mention the van to neighbours
- Confirm allergies by email
We arrive, park up and heat the fryers, then serve as guests come up.
Bunting and festoon lights by the van make it part of the party.
Occasions we serve in Brompton
With a van, the host gets to enjoy the party. It is also a bit of fun.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Brompton and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Family reunions
- Children’s parties
- Retirement parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
Among the historic houses close to Brompton are Restoration House (1.1 miles west) and Temple Manor (1.8 miles west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first.
Comparing caterers
- What happens if plans change
- The van’s size and access needs
- How late numbers can change
- What the price includes, item by item
- 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