Hampshire · England
Christmas party fish and chips in Charlwood, Hampshire
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Charlwood.
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
- Christmas fairs at schools
- Lights switch-on events
Book the van in Charlwood
Christmas party fish and chips in Charlwood, cooked to order
We plan winter events around the dark and the weather: a lit, sheltered spot, and a quick, organised service. Whether it is new Year parties and depot Christmas treats, we can cook pie and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips and more.
Near Charlwood, country lanes are dark in winter, so let us know about access and lighting. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the Christmas party.
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Planning a Christmas party in Charlwood
Charlwood is about 6 miles south-west of Alton, in Hampshire. We take a fish and chip van for your Christmas party to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Charlwood. We serve 683 places across Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 19 miles away.
Charlwood is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO24. If your venue is just outside Charlwood, we also cover Monkwood (1 mile south-west), Kitwood (1 mile north-west), Gilbert Street (1 mile north-west), Ropley (2 miles west) and West Tisted (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Basingstoke (13 miles north), Winchester (12 miles west), Havant (15 miles south), Eastleigh (15 miles south-west), Horndean (12 miles south) and Alton (6 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Alton Community Hospital (4.7 miles north-east). Open spaces near Charlwood include Red Hill and Shutts Copse.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For something other than turkey, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Charlwood. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Why book our van in Charlwood
- Classic food your guests already know
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- A clear quote before booking
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Who books Christmas party fish and chips in Charlwood?
Christmas dinner fatigue is real, so fish and chips is a welcome change.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re frequently booked for:
- Depot Christmas treats
- Christmas fairs at schools
- Lights switch-on events
- Festive open days
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Monkwood Mission Church draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- Whether VAT is included
- How late numbers can change
What happens on the day
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your Christmas party. It gets dark in Charlwood by about 4:00pm at Christmas; park the van where there’s good light, and keep the walk short.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Getting a price
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can use our quote form.
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Working with your venue
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
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Charlwood: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Charlwood?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Charlwood from London?
Roughly 50 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
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.
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.
Where do you take the van?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you need power or water?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll confirm what we need.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
Do you come to Charlwood?
Yes, we do. Charlwood is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
About the food
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The minimum booking
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
- The number of meals
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- A picture of the parking spot
- The date and time of the event
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your Christmas party, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
- 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