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Wedding Fish and Chip Van for Meresborough events
We bring a fish and chip van for your wedding to Meresborough and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Laid-back receptions
- Rustic farm weddings
- Weddings with a seaside feel
Wedding fish and chip van for Meresborough events
Wedding fish and chip van in Meresborough, fried fresh
Barn, marquee and garden weddings suit a chip van perfectly, because there is typically somewhere firm for the van to park nearby. Whether it’s pre-wedding get-togethers and anniversary celebrations, we will put together a menu of curry sauce, mushy peas and haddock and chips.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Meresborough, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Meresborough
Meresborough is about 2 miles south-east of Gillingham, in Medway. In and around Meresborough, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. Meresborough is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 21 miles away.
It’s worth telling train travellers that the nearest station is Rainham (Kent) station, about 1.3 miles north. Marrying at St Paul's Church? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 6 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van.
Wherever your wedding is in ME8, we can fry fresh for your guests. For weddings just outside Meresborough, we cover Rainham (1 mile north), Moor Street (1 mile north-east), Hartlip (1 mile east), Yelsted (1 mile south) and Lower Hartlip (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Chatham (4 miles west), Rochester (6 miles north-west), Strood (7 miles north-west), Luton (4 miles north-west), Lordswood (3 miles west) and Hoo St Werburgh (6 miles north-west).
A little further out are Medway Maritime Hospital (3.7 miles north-west). The countryside around Meresborough includes Detling Hill and Bishop Saltings.
- Local schools include Leigh Academy Rainham (1.1 miles north-east) and Howard School (1.3 miles north-west)
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Food your guests will love
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
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Space, access and the venue
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A short walk from the party
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Evening fish and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
For event organisers in Meresborough
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
The process
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we have agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. At a December wedding in Meresborough, it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so the route from the reception to the van needs lighting, while a June wedding has light until about 9:15pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: tell us the basics about your wedding, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, use our quote form.
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What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The date and time of year
- Parking and the way in
- The minimum booking
- How long we serve
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It’s worth asking early.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your wedding, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Where you’d like the van to go
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of where the van would go
Each quote is put together for your wedding. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
If you want evening food guests will talk about, a chip van is hard to beat at a wedding in Meresborough. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What you get with us
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- A quote that spells everything out
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Quick service from the hatch
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
Common questions in Meresborough
Do you come out to small places like Meresborough?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
How many evening guests should we cater for?
Normally most, not all. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Can you park near the barn?
Your venue decides, but near the reception works best. A picture of the area helps.
Where do you take the van?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Why choose wedding fish and chip van in Meresborough?
Evening food matters, and a chip van gives guests something hot and generous. It’s also a talking point.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Barn and farm weddings
- Food after the first dance
- Wedding after-parties
If you are hoping for photos in Foxburrow Wood, check whether the park needs permission for photography or gatherings.
What to look for in a quote
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Whether travel is included
- When final numbers are due
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- 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