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Party Fish and Chip Van for Halfway Houses events
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your party turns food into part of your party in Halfway Houses.
- Milestone birthdays
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Children’s parties
Fresh fish and chips in Halfway Houses
Party fish and chip van in Halfway Houses, cooked to order
Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers suit a chip van too, once the council has agreed the road closure. Typical bookings include get-togethers with old friends and family celebrations after a christening, serving sausage and chips, curry sauce and cod and chips.
In a place like Halfway Houses, a party at home is generally the easiest option. Let us know how the van reaches the house, and we’ll bring everything else. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your party, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Should I sort the food myself?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A short walk from the party
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For a relaxed celebration, a chip van is hard to beat in Halfway Houses. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
Why book our van in Halfway Houses
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Quick service from the hatch
- A van that becomes part of the event
- A clear quote before booking
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
The process
We arrive on time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out right on schedule. A summer party in Halfway Houses stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Before we arrive
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Let us know the serving time
Get a quote
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
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Questions from Halfway Houses
Is Halfway Houses close to London?
About 38 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Could you trade in Barton's Point Coastal Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Is there a kids’ option?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options.
What can guests choose from?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Can you park at our house?
Frequently, yes, with a level drive and a clear way in. Send a picture of the drive and the way in.
For event organisers in Halfway Houses
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Perfect for your party in Halfway Houses
With a van, the host gets to enjoy the party. And it’s fun.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Children’s parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Big birthdays
- Engagement parties
Guests arriving by train should know that Queenborough station is about 1 mile away.
Comparing caterers
- What happens if plans change
- What the price includes, item by item
- How allergens are handled
- The deposit and payment dates
Planning a party in Halfway Houses
Halfway Houses is about 1 mile west of Minster, in Kent. We take a fish and chip van for your party to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Halfway Houses and nearby villages. We serve all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Halfway Houses to Canterbury (about 16 miles away).
A green space like Barton's Point Coastal Park is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, usually the council’s.
Here we cover the ME12 postcode area, and we can serve your party anywhere in it. Local streets include Power Station Road, Holmside Avenue and Labworth Close; a party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. For parties just outside Halfway Houses, we cover Queenborough (1 mile west), Sheerness (1 mile north-west), Rushenden (2 miles south-west), Blue Town (2 miles north-west) and Grain (4 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (15 miles south-west), Sittingbourne (6 miles south), Whitstable (12 miles south-east), Faversham (9 miles south-east), Davington (8 miles south-east) and Foley Park (14 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Queenborough Guildhall Museum (1.4 miles west) and Castle Rough (4.2 miles south).
- Nearby schools include Leigh Academy Minster (less than half a mile east) and Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey (0.5 miles east)
Planning for dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Confirm allergies by email
- Mention the van to neighbours
- Tell us how many children are coming
After service, we pack up.
Bunting and festoon lights by the van make it part of the party.
What else we do in Halfway Houses
- 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