Medway · England
Party Fish and Chip Van for Chatham Waterfront events
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your party in Chatham Waterfront and across Medway.
- Birthday parties
- Retirement celebrations
- Family parties with children
Fresh fish and chips in Chatham Waterfront
Party fish and chip van in Chatham Waterfront, cooked to order
Sausage and chips covers the children and anyone who does not want fish, so one van feeds the whole party. Typical bookings include family reunions and neighbourhood get-togethers, serving curry sauce, haddock and chips and cod and chips.
Around Chatham Waterfront, a garden and a drive is all you need. The van fits right in. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
About the food
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is a favourite in colder months.
How the day works
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch. Afterwards we pack up. Sunset in Chatham Waterfront is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. After dark, light the area around the van.
- It starts with your date, address and numbers.
- We check where the van can park and send a price.
- We arrive, park on the drive or agreed spot and set up.
- Guests come up to the hatch and we fry to order.
- Afterwards, we clear up and leave you to it.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the serving time
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can use our quote form.
Planning help
Should I sort the food myself?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
What affects the price in Chatham Waterfront
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
- The length of service
- How many people are eating
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the parking spot
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where you’d like the van to go
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Places near Chatham Waterfront
More for events in Chatham Waterfront
Space, access and the venue
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work. The main points are:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A short walk from the party
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Chatham Waterfront
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
Common questions in Chatham Waterfront
Could you trade in The Paddock?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them first.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St John the Divine: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is generally elsewhere. Send us the address.
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we’ll take it from there.
Do you come to Chatham Waterfront?
We do. We serve events in Chatham Waterfront and across Medway. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: batter is generally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before you book.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
Can the van come to our street party?
Yes, once the council has agreed the closure. Mention the van in your application.
Party venues around Chatham Waterfront
Chatham Waterfront is about 1 mile east of Rochester, in Medway. Parties in Chatham Waterfront are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Chatham Waterfront is one of 68 places in Medway where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Chatham Waterfront to Canterbury (about 25 miles away).
A christening at Church of St John the Divine followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan. For guests coming by train, Chatham station is in Chatham Waterfront itself.
Here we cover the ME4, ME1 and ME7 postcode area. Streets in the area include New Road, Old Road and Ship Lane, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. With the A231 close by, Chatham Waterfront is simple for us to get to for your party. We also bring the van to parties in Brompton (1 mile north-east), Rochester Riverside (1 mile north-west), Luton (1 mile south-east), Frindsbury (1 mile north-west) and Chatham (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Rainham (4 miles south-east), Park Wood (4 miles south-east), Lordswood (3 miles south), Twydall (3 miles east), Hoo St Werburgh (3 miles north-east) and Wigmore (4 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Pentagon Shopping Centre (under half a mile south-east) and Six Poor Travellers House (0.9 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Gad's Hill and Ranscombe Farm.
- Nearby schools include Fort Pitt Grammar School (0.5 miles south-west) and St John Fisher RC Comprehensive School (0.5 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include King's Arms (under half a mile west)
- Local facilities include Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (under half a mile north) and City of Rochester-upon-Medway (1.2 miles north-west)
Events we cater in Chatham Waterfront
Fresh food beats a tired buffet.
In Chatham Waterfront and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Family parties with children
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
Nearby historic houses include Restoration House (0.8 miles west) and Temple Manor (1.6 miles west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- How much space the van takes up
- Whether VAT is included
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a relaxed celebration, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Chatham Waterfront. 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.
What you get with us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Hot food handed straight over
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Looking after everyone
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Arrange an alternative if needed
- Mention the van to neighbours
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- A photo of the parking spot helps
Keep the queue away from the road if the van is on the drive.
Finish with the birthday cake.
- 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