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Christmas Party Fish and Chips for Broadstairs events
Christmas party fish and chips in Broadstairs: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
- PTA Christmas events
- Festive family gatherings
Planning an event in Broadstairs?
How our Christmas party fish and chips works in Broadstairs
December bookings are planned for the dark and the cold: a well-lit spot for the van and the queue, and a quick, organised service. For office Christmas parties and depot Christmas treats, we can cook mushy peas, cod and chips and sausage and chips for your guests.
In a town like Broadstairs, a Christmas party might be at the office, a club or home. We need a lit spot close to the door. You will know what’s included before booking: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
Where the van can park in Broadstairs
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Broadstairs
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
A chip van compared with other options
A big takeaway order rarely arrives hot. The van fries on site. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your Christmas party.
What you get with us
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A clear quote before you book
Events we cater in Broadstairs
It suits shift teams who can’t all go out together.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Lights switch-on events
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
- Christmas customer days
- Christmas family parties
A Christmas fair at Parish Church of St Peter the Apostle is just the kind of event a chip van suits.
Comparing caterers
- When final numbers are due
- VAT, if it applies
- How much space the van takes up
- A clear list of what’s included
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Check the van can park on site
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we cannot meet
- Ask about allergies on the party invitation
- Plan cover for the queue
Serving early, before the drinks flow, is often wise.
A bit of festive music by the van helps.
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 usually the easier option.
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.
Common questions in Broadstairs
What’s the nearest station to Broadstairs?
Broadstairs station, in Broadstairs itself.
How far is Broadstairs from London?
About 66 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. See all areas.
Do you do Christmas markets?
Yes. Tell us the date and pitch.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The day of the week
- Access and parking
- The length of service
- Distance and any road charges
Larger groups usually 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.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party for your Christmas party in Broadstairs? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Christmas parties in Broadstairs: local tips
Broadstairs is about 16 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Anywhere in CT10, we will come to your venue, home or workplace. Broadstairs is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 16 miles away.
Broadstairs is on or near the A254 and A255, so we can reach it easily in winter. If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, hot fish and chips goes down well. With the sea within about 2 miles, December breezes can be cold, so plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
This part of Kent takes in CT10, CT9 and CT12. Your Christmas party could be at a house on High Street, Union Square and Church Road, wherever the van can park. Being close to the A254 and A255, Broadstairs is easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places where we serve Christmas parties include Upton (1 mile south-west), St Peter's (1 mile north-west), Northwood (1 mile south-west), Kingsgate (2 miles north) and Northdown (2 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Deal (10 miles south), Herne Bay (13 miles west), Walmer (11 miles south), Whitfield (15 miles south-west), Sandwich (7 miles south-west) and Aylesham (14 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (2 miles north-west) and Westwood Cross (1.5 miles west). The countryside around Broadstairs includes Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Schools near Broadstairs include The Charles Dickens School (under half a mile west) and The Charles Dickens School (under half a mile west)
- Local pubs include The Little Albion Inn (under half a mile north-west)
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Also near Broadstairs
What else we do in Broadstairs
Step by step
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service. It gets dark in Broadstairs by about 3:50pm at Christmas; park the van where there is good light, and keep the walk short.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Related guides
- 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