Medway · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van for Lower Bush events
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for your wedding in Lower Bush.
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Informal weddings
- Vow renewal parties
Planning an event in Lower Bush?
Getting married in Lower Bush?
Lower Bush is about 3 miles west of Rochester, in Medway. We serve weddings at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Lower Bush and the surrounding area. We serve all 68 towns and villages across Medway, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 24 miles away.
Marrying at Church of St Michael and All Angels? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening. For outdoor photos, Ranscombe Farm is close by.
Weddings anywhere in ME2 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. We also bring the van to weddings in Upper Bush (1 mile south-west), Cuxton (1 mile east), North Halling (1 mile south-east), Halling (2 miles south) and Cobham (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Gillingham (6 miles east), Chatham (4 miles east), Rochester (3 miles east), Rainham (7 miles east), Luton (4 miles east) and Park Wood (7 miles east).
Nearby you will also find City of Rochester-upon-Medway (2.8 miles east) and French Hospital (3 miles east). Open spaces near Lower Bush include Ranscombe Farm and Gad's Hill.
- Local schools include Strood Academy (1.8 miles north-east)
Wedding fish and chip van in Lower Bush, cooked to order
Evening food keeps the party going, and few things are as welcome as hot fish and chips late in the evening. On the menu are mushy peas, curry sauce and sausage and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater vow renewal parties and weddings in a marquee or garden.
Rural weddings around Lower Bush have a magic of their own, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. Timings are planned around your wedding, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
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What else we do in Lower Bush
How it works
We work to your timings. If things run late, we hold off cooking until you’re ready, so the food is still fresh when it is served. Golden-hour photos in Lower Bush at midsummer come around 9:20pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 7:00pm in late September.
- First, tell us about your wedding.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Getting a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your wedding, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
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Perfect for your wedding in Lower Bush
It’s often good value next to the wedding breakfast.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Food after the first dance
- Second-day and after-party food
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Weddings with a seaside feel
For guests travelling by train, Cuxton station, about 1.1 miles east, is the nearest station.
Before you book anyone
- Whether there is a minimum
- The van’s size and access needs
- When payment is due
- What happens if plans change
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Lower Bush
Do you come out to small places like Lower Bush?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Lower Bush?
The closest is Cuxton station, roughly 1.1 miles away.
How fast is service?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We will talk it through when we quote.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Can you park near the barn?
Generally, with the venue’s agreement and firm ground. We’ll agree the spot in advance.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Usually, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
Do we need to provide anything?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we will confirm what we need.
What the van needs
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A short walk from the party
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Lower Bush
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Access and parking
- The menu and how many choices
- The length of service
Larger groups normally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The address or venue name
- Allergies and diets you know about
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Roughly how many people, including children
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
Working with your venue
Hosting at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
Organising a club, school or community event in Lower Bush? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Planning for dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Add an allergy question to your RSVP card
- Talk to us about evening numbers
- Flag coeliac guests early
- Confirm the van can park at the venue
Most couples serve evening food between about 8pm and 9:30pm, after the first dance.
Let the DJ or band announce when the food is ready.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
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.
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it’s lovely with a pie.
- 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