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Party Fish and Chip Van in Waterham
We bring a fish and chip van for your party across Waterham and Kent, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Family parties with children
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Party fish and chip van in Waterham
Planning a party in Waterham
Waterham is about 3 miles south-west of Whitstable, in Kent. From the centre of Waterham to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Waterham is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Waterham to Canterbury (about 6 miles away).
Thinking of using Seasalter Levels? Parks normally need the owner’s permission, often the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade. Near the coast, within about 4 miles, a fish and chip van feels like a trip to the seaside.
Wherever your party is in ME13, we can fry fresh for your guests. Close by, we cover parties in Highstreet (1 mile east), Dargate (1 mile south), Hernhill (1 mile south-west), Graveney (1 mile west) and Culmers (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (14 miles south), Canterbury (6 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles west), Whitstable (3 miles north-east), Faversham (4 miles west) and Herne Bay (7 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (4 miles north-east) and Tankerton Castle (3.7 miles north-east). Open spaces near Waterham include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Party fish and chip van for your party in Waterham
The queue at the hatch gets people mixing, which is what a party is all about. Whether it is anniversary celebrations and naming days and christenings, we can cook curry sauce, pie and chips and gravy and more.
Near Waterham, parties are often in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the route. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Perfect for your party in Waterham
Everyone from toddlers to grandparents enjoys it, so it is ideal for family parties.
Whatever the occasion in Waterham, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Big birthdays
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Family celebrations after a christening
If guests are coming by rail, Whitstable station, about 3.4 miles north-east, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- The deposit and payment dates
- What happens if plans change
- How late numbers can change
How it works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we’ve agreed, and get on with frying and serving. A summer party in Waterham stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is 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.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Make sure the van can get in
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Getting a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Waterham, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
Ordering in for a crowd means long waits. A van fries on the spot. 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 with us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- A clear quote before you book
- Hot food handed straight over
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Planning the van’s spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A spot near your guests
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
Waterham questions
Is Waterham too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Waterham from London?
About 48 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do you come to Waterham?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Waterham and across Kent. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before you book.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Send us a picture of the drive
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
Keep the queue away from the road if the van is on the drive.
A few lights around the van look great.
Towns and villages near Waterham
Also in Waterham
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Any minimum charge
- Service time
- The number of meals
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of where the van would go
- The venue or postcode
- Roughly how many people, including children
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
- 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