Medway · England
Party Fish and Chip Van for Lower Upnor events
We bring a fish and chip van for your party across Lower Upnor and Medway, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Christenings and naming days
- Leaving parties
Book the van in Lower Upnor
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A hog roast is one dish, while a chip van gives people a choice. The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
Why us?
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No surprises in your quote
- Something for guests to gather round
- Quick service from the hatch
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
About our party fish and chip van in Lower Upnor
The van can park on a drive, a hardstanding or a firm lawn, with the serving hatch towards the garden. Whether it is street parties and retirement celebrations, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, haddock and chips and gravy for your guests.
Country parties near Lower Upnor suit a chip van: fried fresh and eaten outside. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. You’ll know what’s included before booking: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
Before you choose a spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
The process
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Sunset in Lower Upnor drops to about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December, so think about lighting by the van.
- Send us the date, address, numbers and serving time.
- You get an access check and a clear price.
- On the day, we park up and get the fryers going.
- We fry fresh and serve from the hatch as your guests come up.
- Afterwards, we clear up and leave you to it.
Getting ready for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Planning a party in Lower Upnor
Lower Upnor is about 2 miles north-east of Rochester, in Medway. Parties in Lower Upnor are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Lower Upnor is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 26 miles away.
Parks such as Lower Lines Park normally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. Local halls and clubs near Lower Upnor are an option if there is nowhere to park at home.
Anywhere in ME2, we can fry fresh for your guests. Your party could be at a house on Galleon Way, Cutter Close and Schooner Walk or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Nearby, we also serve parties in Upper Upnor (1 mile south-west), Chattenden (1 mile north), Wainscott (1 mile west), Hoo St Werburgh (2 miles north-east) and Cooling Street (2 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Gillingham (3 miles south-east), Chatham (4 miles south), Rainham (5 miles south-east), Strood (3 miles south-west), Luton (3 miles south) and Park Wood (5 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Huguenot Museum (1.8 miles south-west) and City of Rochester-upon-Medway (1.8 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
- Local schools include The Hundred of Hoo Academy (1.2 miles north-east) and Waterfront University Technical College (1.3 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Ship pub (under half a mile east)
- Local facilities include Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (1.8 miles south)
Food your guests will love
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it is lovely with a pie.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Towns and villages near Lower Upnor
Also in Lower Upnor
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- The minimum booking
- Access and parking
- The date and time of year
- How far we travel
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The venue or postcode
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A picture of the parking spot
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Lower Upnor? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Arrange an alternative if needed
- Count children separately
- Flag any coeliac guests
With children, food about an hour in works well.
Seats or a few tables help people eat comfortably.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Lower Upnor?
With a van, the host gets to enjoy the party. It is also a bit of fun.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Lower Upnor book the van for events such as:
- Leaving parties
- Family reunions
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Christenings and naming days
Nearby historic houses include Restoration House (2 miles south-west) and Temple Manor (2.3 miles south-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
- When payment is due
- The van’s size and access needs
- The deadline for final numbers
- What they can offer for dietary needs
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Lower Upnor
Can the van park in Lower Lines Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first.
Is Lower Upnor too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you park at our house?
Frequently, yes, with a level drive and a clear way in. Send a photo of the drive and the way in.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we will tell you what we can offer.
How early do summer dates go?
Summer Saturdays book up first, so it pays to ask early.
- 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