Medway · England
Fish and chip van for parties in Capstone, Medway
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your party in Capstone and the surrounding area.
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Engagement parties
- Leaving parties
Party fish and chip van in Capstone
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
Hiring a hall and a caterer adds up. A van on the drive keeps it simple. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- No surprises in your quote
How our party fish and chip van works in Capstone
Guests who don’t know each other end up chatting in the queue. Whether it is street parties and neighbourhood events and big birthdays, we can cook curry sauce, gravy and sausage and chips.
In a small place like Capstone, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will handle the rest. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
More for events in Capstone
Where the van can park in Capstone
We will be honest if a spot won’t work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
What happens on the day
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Guests generally gather round the hatch as soon as we open. A summer party in Capstone stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- 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 guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
Capstone: your questions answered
Can you serve after a service at All Saints Church?
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 normally elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
Can you do something for the children?
Most children go for sausage and chips. Tell us how many children to expect.
Can the van park on my drive?
Frequently, yes, with a level drive and a clear way in. Send us a photo and tell us about gates and branches.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Planning a party in Capstone
Capstone is about 1 mile south-west of Gillingham, in Medway. For parties in Capstone, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Capstone is one of 68 places in Medway we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Capstone to Canterbury (about 23 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Gillingham (Kent) station, about 2 miles north. A green space like Darland Banks is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, normally the council’s. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Capstone, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cover parties in every part of ME7 and the streets around it. For parties just outside Capstone, we cover Darland (1 mile north), Hale (1 mile north-west), Hempstead (1 mile south-east), Gillingham (1 mile north-east) and Chatham (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Rochester (4 miles north-west), Strood (4 miles north-west), Hoo St Werburgh (5 miles north), Rochester Riverside (3 miles north-west), Peters Village (4 miles west) and Brompton (3 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Medway Maritime Hospital (1.7 miles north-west) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (2.3 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
- Schools near Capstone include Chatham Grammar School for Girls (1.2 miles north-west) and The Robert Napier School (1.4 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Star pub (1 mile north)
- Local facilities include Chatham Free Library (1.9 miles north-west)
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Numbers
- Any minimum charge
- Cod, haddock or both
- Distance and any road charges
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Details that help
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the van would park
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Your date and serving time
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. To start, use our quote form.
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 a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Capstone?
Everyone from toddlers to grandparents enjoys it, so it is ideal for family parties.
In Capstone and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Milestone birthdays
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Engagement parties
Historic houses near Capstone include Restoration House (3.1 miles north-west) and Temple Manor (3.8 miles north-west). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler.
Comparing caterers
- How many hours the van serves
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The deadline for final numbers
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Make sure the van can park legally
- Send allergies to us in writing
After service, we pack up.
A sign by the hatch with the menu speeds things up.
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
- 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