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Party Fish and Chip Van for Speed Gate events
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your party makes the food a highlight of your party in Speed Gate.
- Summer garden parties
- Street parties
- Family reunions
Party fish and chip van in Speed Gate
Party fish and chip van in Speed Gate, cooked to order
Food is fried to order, so it is hot and crisp, not left out on a table for hours. Whether it’s retirement celebrations and anniversary celebrations, we can cook haddock and chips, curry sauce and pie and chips for your guests.
A country party near Speed Gate is perfect for fish and chips: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
The process
We don’t cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. At midsummer, it’s light in Speed Gate until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Ensure the van can get in
- Give us a contact for the day
How to get a price
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, use our quote form.
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For event organisers in Speed Gate
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Put allergy details in writing
- A picture of the parking spot helps
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
Put bins and napkins near the hatch.
Plan cover in case of showers.
A chip van compared with other options
A venue plus caterer can be expensive. With a van, home becomes the venue. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your party.
Why book our van in Speed Gate
- All the chip-shop extras
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Speed Gate parties: what to know
Speed Gate is about 5 miles south of Dartford, in Kent. Bookings in Speed Gate come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Speed Gate is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 18 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, Longfield station is about 2.3 miles away. Speed Gate is within about 5 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
For parties in DA3, we just need to know where the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Fawkham Green (1 mile south-east), West Yoke (1 mile east), Ash (1 mile south-east), Maplescombe (2 miles south-west) and West Kingsdown (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles south-east), Dartford (5 miles north), Sevenoaks (7 miles south-west), Gravesend (6 miles north-east), Tonbridge (12 miles south) and Northfleet (5 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Darent Valley Hospital (4.5 miles north) and Eynsford Castle (2.4 miles west).
- Pubs nearby include The Rising Sun pub (within half a mile south-east)
What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Access and parking
- Numbers
- Your choice of menu
- Service time
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
- Allergies and diets you know about
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it is on the menu.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
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.
Before you choose a spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Speed Gate
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
Speed Gate: your questions answered
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Which station is closest to Speed Gate?
The closest is Longfield station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
What if we only have street parking?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
What food do you serve?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
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Other occasions in Speed Gate
- 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