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Fish and chip van for parties in Mockbeggar, Medway
We bring a fish and chip van for your party across Mockbeggar and Medway, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Christenings and naming days
- Birthday parties
- Leaving parties
A chip van near Mockbeggar
Party fish and chip van in Mockbeggar, cooked to order
For children, there is sausage and chips, so one van feeds the whole party. Whether it is anniversaries and engagement parties and children’s parties, we can cook curry sauce, pie and chips and gravy and more.
A country party near Mockbeggar is perfect for fish and chips: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Looking after everyone
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Arrange an alternative if needed
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
We arrive, park up and heat the fryers, then serve as guests come up.
Seats or a few tables help people eat comfortably.
Takeaway run or book a 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 usually simpler.
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
A chip van compared with other options
A takeaway order for a party takes ages and arrives lukewarm. A van fries on the spot. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why Mockbeggar hosts choose us
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Quick service from the hatch
- A quote that spells everything out
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
The process
We need a level, firm place to park the van, near your guests, which we agree with you beforehand. At midsummer, it’s light in Mockbeggar until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Make sure the van can get in
- Plan where the queue will stand
Getting a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
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Common questions in Mockbeggar
How far is Mockbeggar from London?
About 26 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Mockbeggar too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What do children eat?
Most children go for sausage and chips. Tell us how many children to expect.
Can you park at our house?
That depends on the space and the route in. Mention anything tight, and we will tell you honestly.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Do you cover Mockbeggar?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Mockbeggar is within our area and the rest of Medway. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
What if the weather’s bad?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Also near Mockbeggar
Also in Mockbeggar
Mockbeggar parties: what to know
Mockbeggar is about 2 miles north of Rochester, in Medway. Mockbeggar is well within our area, so your party just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. Mockbeggar is one of 68 places in Medway we cover. Our bookings stretch from Mockbeggar to London (about 26 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Mockbeggar are Temple Manor (2.3 miles south) and Restoration House (2.5 miles south). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler. Parks such as Broomhill Park generally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first.
Here we cover the ME3 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. Your party could be at a house on Bunters Hill Road and Town Road or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. We also bring the van to parties in Cliffe Woods (1 mile north-east), Lower Higham (1 mile west), Church Street (2 miles north-west), Higham (2 miles west) and Gadshill (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Gillingham (5 miles south-east), Chatham (5 miles south), Rainham (7 miles south-east), Luton (4 miles south-east), Park Wood (7 miles south-east) and Lordswood (6 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Upnor Castle (1.8 miles south-east) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Mockbeggar include Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
- Nearby schools include Temple School (1.1 miles south) and Strood Academy (2 miles south-west)
- Other local spots include City of Rochester-upon-Medway (2 miles south)
Occasions we serve in Mockbeggar
There is no kitchen to clear up afterwards, which makes the morning after much easier.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Garden get-togethers
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Christenings and naming days
- Children’s parties
Local halls and clubs near Mockbeggar are an option if there is nowhere to park at home.
Before booking anyone
- How much space the van takes up
- Allergen information for each item
- VAT, if it applies
- Payment terms and deposit
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
- The day of the week
- Service time
- Access and parking
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What to tell us
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Roughly how many people, including children
- A picture of the space and the way in
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A spot near your guests
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
Working with your venue
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
- 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