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Christmas party fish and chips in Chainhurst, Kent
Christmas party fish and chips in Chainhurst: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- End-of-year customer events
- Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons
- Depot Christmas treats
Planning an event in Chainhurst?
Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Chainhurst
Not every Christmas party needs a turkey dinner. Fish and chips from the van is warming, generous and a bit different. Popular choices include mushy peas, curry sauce and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for christmas family parties and staff Christmas parties.
In winter near Chainhurst, we need firm ground and light, as fields are frequently soft. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
What affects the price in Chainhurst
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The length of service
- The menu and how many choices
- The minimum booking
- Access and parking
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Your date and serving time
- Where the van would park
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A picture of the parking spot
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability right away.
Christmas catering near Chainhurst
Chainhurst is about 5 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Tell us where your Christmas party in Chainhurst will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. Chainhurst is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 27 miles away.
Chainhurst is within about 8 miles of the High Weald National Landscape; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
Here we cover the TN12 postcode area. Whether your Christmas party is on Raynham Villas and Hunton Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve Christmas parties include Hunton (1 mile north-west), Benover (2 miles north-west), Congelow (2 miles north-west), Coxheath (2 miles north) and Yalding (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (5 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (14 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-west), Tonbridge (9 miles west) and Kings Hill (6 miles north-west).
A little further out are South East Romany Museum (2.6 miles south-east) and Oakwood Hospital (4.6 miles north).
Step by step
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, park up and set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot when you are ready to eat. Plan your Christmas party in Chainhurst around the dark: the light goes at about 3:50pm, so a lit, sheltered spot for the van is essential.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
How to prepare
- Ensure the van can get in
- Share the timings for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
Get a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and you’ll get a clear price. Just use our quote form.
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Should I sort the food myself?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Send round an allergy question
- Think about a gazebo or covered doorway
- Have a back-up for special diets
Afterwards, we pack up and leave you to the party.
Festive lights by the van look great.
Also in Chainhurst
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it is lovely with a pie.
Common questions in Chainhurst
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
How far is Chainhurst from London?
Roughly 32 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What if the weather’s bad?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
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.
How early do Christmas dates go?
As soon as you have a date.
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we’ll confirm the rest.
Why choose Christmas party fish and chips in Chainhurst?
It’s relaxed and fun.
In Chainhurst and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- New Year parties
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
- Festive family gatherings
- Christmas markets and fairs
For colleagues travelling by train, the closest railway station is Marden station, roughly 2 miles south of the centre.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is included
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- How many hours the van serves
- How much space the van takes up
A chip van compared with other options
Takeaway for a whole office arrives late and cold. A van cooks on the spot. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Why book our van in Chainhurst
- Events in Chainhurst and across Kent
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- A menu almost everyone likes
Read how we price 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