Kent · England
Christmas Party Fish and Chips in Broadwater Down
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Christmas party fish and chips in Broadwater Down.
- Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons
- Club and society Christmas socials
- School and PTA Christmas fairs
A chip van near Broadwater Down
For event organisers in Broadwater Down
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Christmas party fish and chips in Broadwater Down, fried fresh
The Christmas season is short and busy, so it pays to ask early. For christmas customer days and christmas family parties, we can cook haddock and chips, curry sauce and gravy for your guests.
For a Christmas get-together near Broadwater Down, the van on the drive goes down well. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
Christmas parties in Broadwater Down: local tips
Broadwater Down is about 1 mile south-west of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. We take a fish and chip van for your Christmas party to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Broadwater Down and the surrounding area. We take the van to 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Broadwater Down to Brighton (26 miles away).
The A267 make Broadwater Down easy to reach on a dark winter evening. A winter fair at a school like Broadwater Down Primary School gets dark early, so hot food from a van is popular. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Broadwater Down, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
For Christmas parties in TN2, TN4 and TN1, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. From Frant Road, Eridge Road and Ramslye Road or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Being close to the A267, Broadwater Down is easy for us to reach with the van. For Christmas parties just outside Broadwater Down, we cover Hawkenbury (1 mile east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (1 mile north-east), Rusthall (2 miles north-west), Langton Green (2 miles north-west) and Bells Yew Green (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Sevenoaks (12 miles north), Tonbridge (6 miles north), Kings Hill (12 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (7 miles north-east), Southborough (3 miles north) and Edenbridge (10 miles north-west).
A little further out are The Corn Exchange (0.5 miles north-east) and The Amelia (1.1 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
- Local schools include Rose Hill School (1.5 miles north) and Bennett Memorial Diocesan School (1.6 miles north)
- Local pubs include Sir Alf Ramsey pub (within half a mile south-west)
Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- A spot near your guests
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
Why choose a fish and chip van in Broadwater Down?
Takeaway for a whole office arrives late and cold. A van cooks on the spot. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why us?
- A quote that spells everything out
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Read how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
How it works
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we’ve agreed, and get on with frying and serving. At about 3:55pm in late December, it gets dark in Broadwater Down, so put the van where there is good light.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Get a quote
Planning a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Broadwater Down? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Events we cater in Broadwater Down
It’s relaxed and fun, and people talk about it.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Broadwater Down book the van for events such as:
- End-of-year club parties
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- Christmas fairs at schools
- End-of-year customer events
If a church like St Mark's Church is running a Christmas fair, a chip van is a welcome sight on a cold evening.
What to look for in a quote
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The cancellation terms
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Towns and villages near Broadwater Down
What else we do in Broadwater Down
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Plan lighting near the hatch
- Send allergies to us in writing
- December Fridays go first: book early
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
A gazebo or covered doorway near the hatch helps on a wet night.
A hot drinks station run by your team pairs well with the van.
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- The length of service
- Any minimum charge
- The date and time of year
- Your choice of menu
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Expected numbers
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A picture of where the van would go
- Allergies and diets you know about
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
FAQs for Broadwater Down
Is Broadwater Down close to London?
Roughly 30 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Could you trade in Dunorlan Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Broadwater Down.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before you book.
When should we eat?
Early in the evening generally works best, before the drinks really flow. For lunchtime, we’ll work to your break.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your Christmas party and we will send a quote.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
- 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