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Christmas party fish and chips in Broughton, Hampshire
Christmas party fish and chips in Broughton: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Lights switch-on events
- Festive open days
- End-of-year club parties
Christmas party fish and chips for Broughton events
About our Christmas party fish and chips in Broughton
Not every Christmas party needs a turkey dinner. Hot fish and chips on a cold December day is festive in its own way. Typical bookings include staff Christmas parties and festive family gatherings, serving gravy, haddock and chips and sausage and chips.
Near Broughton, country lanes are dark in winter, so tell us about the route and lighting at the spot. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Ask about allergies on the party invitation
- Put allergy details in writing
- Think about a gazebo or covered doorway
Keep the walk from the door to the van short.
Fairy lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it is lovely with a pie.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
FAQs for Broughton
How far is Broughton from London?
Roughly 69 miles from the centre of London.
Which station is closest to Broughton?
Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, about 4.3 miles south of the centre.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can you trade at our Christmas fair?
Yes, it’s a popular stall. Contact us with the date.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll give you the allergen information.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Do you take everything away?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
Should I sort the food myself?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
Christmas parties in Broughton: local tips
Broughton is about 8 miles north-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. In and around Broughton, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from Broughton to Southampton (14 miles away).
For colleagues travelling by train, Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, about 4.3 miles south, is the nearest station. A winter fair at a school like Broughton Primary School gets dark early, so hot food from a van is popular.
We serve Christmas parties across the SO20 postcode area. Whether your Christmas party is on High Street, Greyhound Mews and Plough Gardens or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Nearby, we also serve Christmas parties in Houghton (2 miles east), Horsebridge (3 miles south-east), Mottisfont (4 miles south), Stonymarsh (4 miles south-east) and Lockerley (4 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Winchester (11 miles east), Eastleigh (13 miles south-east), Andover (9 miles north-east), Totton (12 miles south), Chandler's Ford (11 miles south-east) and Romsey (8 miles south-east).
- Nearby, you will find The Tally Ho Public House (within half a mile south-east)
What the van needs
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- A short walk from the party
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
What happens on the day
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we can start a little later or slow the pace to suit your Christmas party. It gets dark in Broughton by about 4:00pm 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.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Why choose a fish and chip van in Broughton?
Compared with a restaurant Christmas lunch, a van brings the meal to the team. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why Broughton hosts choose us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Read how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
Also near Broughton
Other occasions in Broughton
What affects the price in Broughton
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Numbers
- Whether a minimum applies
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The date and time of year
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your Christmas party.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Planning a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Broughton? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Who books Christmas party fish and chips in Broughton?
It is relaxed and fun.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Office Christmas parties
- School and PTA Christmas fairs
- Festive open days
- Festive family gatherings
If a church like Church of St Mary the Virgin is running a Christmas fair, a chip van is a welcome sight on a cold evening.
Questions to ask before you book
- The van’s size and access needs
- The deposit and payment dates
- How many hours the van serves
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- 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