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Party Fish and Chip Van in Tunstall
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Tunstall? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Retirement parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Planning an event in Tunstall?
Party fish and chip van for your party in Tunstall
Food is fried to order, so it is hot and crisp, rather than sitting on a buffet table all afternoon. For family reunions and garden get-togethers, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, haddock and chips and gravy and more.
A country party near Tunstall is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Confirm allergies by email
- A photo of the parking spot helps
- Make sure the van can park legally
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
For a children’s party, serve food about an hour in.
A sign by the hatch with the menu speeds things up.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Tunstall?
Next to a DIY barbecue, the host is not stuck cooking all afternoon. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your party.
Why book our van in Tunstall
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- A van that becomes part of the event
- We cover Tunstall and the whole of Kent
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
FAQs for Tunstall
Do you come 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 work to whatever the site needs.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St John the Baptist?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Send us the address.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Can you come to a street party?
Yes, once the council has agreed the closure. Tell the council about the van.
Can the van come to Tunstall?
Yes, we do. Tunstall is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Perfect for your party in Tunstall
You do not need a venue: a drive or a firm spot near the garden will do.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Big birthdays
- Summer garden parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
If the day starts at Church of St John the Baptist, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives.
Comparing caterers
- Any minimum charge
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- The deposit and payment dates
- What they can offer for dietary needs
What affects the price in Tunstall
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How far we travel
- Access and parking
- The length of service
- Your choice of menu
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- A photo of the parking spot
- The venue or postcode
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: tell us the basics about your party, and we’ll quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
Planning a party in Tunstall
Tunstall is about 1 mile south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Anywhere in ME9, we can fry fresh for your guests. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 16 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Sittingbourne station is about 1.4 miles away. Parks such as Cromers Wood generally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. Tunstall is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For parties in ME9, we just need to know where the van can park. Close by, we cover parties in Heart's Delight (1 mile north-west), Borden (1 mile north-west), Highsted (1 mile east), Rodmersham Green (1 mile east) and Sittingbourne (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Maidstone (9 miles south-west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles east), Faversham (7 miles east), Minster (7 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (14 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (1.4 miles north-east) and Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (1.9 miles north).
- Nearby schools include Fulston Manor School (0.9 miles north-east)
The process
Because we cook inside the van, rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. A summer party in Tunstall stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, 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.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
How to prepare
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Give us a contact for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your party. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
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Takeaway run or book a van?
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.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
From the hatch
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- 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