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Fish and chip van for parties in Gushmere, Kent
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your party in Gushmere and across Kent.
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Family reunions
- Big birthdays
Fresh fish and chips in Gushmere
Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
How our party fish and chip van works in Gushmere
Sausage and chips covers the children and anyone who doesn’t want fish, so nobody needs a separate meal. Typical bookings include children’s parties and street parties and neighbourhood events, serving haddock and chips, gravy and mushy peas.
Near Gushmere, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Hosting a chip van party in Gushmere
Gushmere is about 3 miles south-east of Faversham, in Kent. For a party in Gushmere, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Gushmere. We serve all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 7 miles away.
If you had Mount Ephraim Gardens in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans cannot simply park up and serve in a public park. Historic houses near Gushmere include Belmont House and Gardens (3.6 miles west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. Gushmere is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We serve parties across the ME13 postcode area. From Selling Road and Vicarage Lane or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Crouch (1 mile north-east), Selling (1 mile south), Neames Forstal (1 mile south-east), South Street (1 mile east) and Hogben's Hill (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (10 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north-west), Whitstable (7 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (11 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tower keep castle at Chilham (2.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Gushmere include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Sondes Arms (0.5 miles east)
Common questions in Gushmere
Do you come to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
How far is Gushmere from London?
About 47 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you take everything away?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
How far ahead should we book a party?
Summer Saturdays book up first, so ask early.
What do children eat?
Most children go for sausage and chips. Tell us how many children to expect.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Can you park at our house?
Typically, if the drive is level and firm and the van can get in. Send a picture of the drive and the way in.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before you book.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
A buffet is easy but forgettable. The van becomes part of the party. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Hot food handed straight over
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Classic food your guests already know
- No surprises in your quote
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
The process
There is very little for you to do on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your party. The frying and serving are down to us. Sunset in Gushmere drops to about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December, so think about lighting by the van.
- We start with a few details about your party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Give us a contact for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
Events we cater in Gushmere
You do not need a venue: a drive or a firm spot near the garden will do.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Big birthdays
- Children’s parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Leaving parties
Guests arriving by train should know that Selling station, about 0.6 miles east, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- Payment terms and deposit
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- The deadline for final numbers
- VAT, if it applies
Food your guests will love
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Send us a photo of the drive
We arrive, park up and heat the fryers, and serve as the party carries on.
Bunting and festoon lights by the van make it part of the party.
Places near Gushmere
What else we do in Gushmere
- 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