Oxfordshire · England
Christmas party fish and chips in Appleford-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
Bring the chip shop to your Christmas party in Appleford-on-Thames. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Christmas fairs at schools
- End-of-year customer events
- Festive family gatherings
Christmas party fish and chips for Appleford-on-Thames events
Christmas party fish and chips in Appleford-on-Thames, fried fresh
Not every Christmas party needs a turkey dinner. Fish and chips from the van is warming, generous and a bit different. For christmas lunches for shift teams and festive family gatherings, we’ll put together a menu of pie and chips, sausage and chips and cod and chips and more.
Near Appleford-on-Thames, country lanes are dark in winter, so let us know about access and lighting. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
- Where
- Appleford-on-Thames (OX14)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Before you choose a spot
If a spot is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another. The main points are:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
The process
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your Christmas party in Appleford-on-Thames. Plan your Christmas party in Appleford-on-Thames around the dark: the light goes at about 3:55pm, so a lit, sheltered spot for the van is essential.
- We start with a few details about your Christmas party.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
How to get a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Planning a Christmas party in Appleford-on-Thames
Appleford-on-Thames is about 2 miles north of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. We take a fish and chip van for your Christmas party to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Appleford-on-Thames and nearby villages. Appleford-on-Thames is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Appleford-on-Thames to Oxford (8 miles away).
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Didcot Girls' School, suit a chip van. If people are coming by rail, there is a station right in Appleford-on-Thames: Appleford station.
Here we cover the OX14 postcode area. Local streets include Chambrai Close, Church Street and Main Road; a Christmas party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. We also bring the van to Christmas parties in Long Wittenham (1 mile east), Culham (1 mile north-west), Sutton Courtenay (2 miles west), Clifton Hampden (2 miles north-east) and Didcot (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (8 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles north-west), Witney (15 miles north-west), Thame (14 miles north-east), Wantage (8 miles south-west) and Grove (8 miles west).
A little further out are Pendon Museum (1 mile east) and FitzHarris Castle (3.1 miles north-west). Open spaces near Appleford-on-Thames include Mowbray Fields and Wittenham Clumps.
- Nearby, you’ll find Carpenters Arms (within half a mile south-east)
Why choose Christmas party fish and chips in Appleford-on-Thames?
It suits shift teams who can’t all go out together.
Whatever the occasion in Appleford-on-Thames, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re often booked for:
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- Work Christmas parties
- Christmas fairs at schools
- Depot Christmas treats
If a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul is running a Christmas fair, a chip van is a welcome sight on a cold evening.
What to look for in a quote
- When final numbers are due
- How allergens are handled
- The deposit and payment dates
- How many hours the van serves
For event organisers in Appleford-on-Thames
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Organising a club, school or community event in Appleford-on-Thames? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
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How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Distance and any road charges
- The day of the week
- Access and parking
- The length of service
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Your date and serving time
- Where the van would park
- Allergies and diets you know about
Send us the date, the address or OX14 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and you will get a clear price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Appleford-on-Thames: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Appleford-on-Thames?
Appleford station, in Appleford-on-Thames itself.
Do you come out to small places like Appleford-on-Thames?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
What time should the van serve at a Christmas party?
Early in the evening usually works best, before the drinks really flow. For a lunch, tell us your break time.
Do you do work Christmas parties?
Yes. Send us your date and site details as early as you can.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and 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.
Is a fish and chip van right for your Christmas party?
Next to a Christmas meal out, a van brings the meal to the team. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your Christmas party is.
Why book with us
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Events in Appleford-on-Thames and across Oxfordshire
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
See our prices page or the cost guide.
- 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