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Christmas Party Fish and Chips for Chillenden events
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Chillenden and the surrounding area.
- Work Christmas parties
- End-of-year club parties
- Family Christmas get-togethers
Christmas party fish and chips in Chillenden
What comes out of the fryer
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
How our Christmas party fish and chips works in Chillenden
December dates book up early, so ask as soon as you know yours. Whether it’s christmas socials for clubs and depot Christmas treats, we will put together a menu of haddock and chips, curry sauce and sausage and chips and more.
In a small place like Chillenden, December lanes are dark, so tell us about the route and lighting at the spot. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- A spot near your guests
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
Diets, allergies and planning
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Make sure the van and queue are well lit
- Confirm allergies by email
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Check the van can park on site
A gazebo or covered doorway near the hatch helps on a wet night.
Crackers on the tables finish it off.
Planners, venues and businesses
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Occasions we serve in Chillenden
Rain or shine, the fryers keep going.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Chillenden and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Work Christmas parties
- School and PTA Christmas fairs
- Christmas customer days
- Christmas family parties
If a church like Church of All Saints is running a Christmas fair, a chip van is a welcome sight on a cold evening.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the price includes, item by item
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How much space the van takes up
Festive bookings around Chillenden
Chillenden is about 6 miles west of Deal, in Kent. From the centre of Chillenden to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Chillenden is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 8 miles away.
Train travellers will want to know that Aylesham station, about 1.9 miles west, is the nearest station. PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Goodnestone Church of England Primary School, suit a chip van.
Anywhere in CT3, we can fry fresh for your guests. If your venue is just outside Chillenden, we also cover Goodnestone (1 mile north-west), Nonington (1 mile south-west), Heronden (2 miles east), Barnsole (2 miles north) and Hammill Park (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (7 miles south), Folkestone (11 miles south), Ramsgate (10 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (12 miles north-east).
The countryside around Chillenden includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A Christmas party at a venue costs more per head. A van can be better value. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book with us
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
Read our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
Takeaway run or book a van?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Towns and villages near Chillenden
What else we do in Chillenden
How the day works
The van turns up at the agreed time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen and the hatch goes up. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out at the time you asked for. December in Chillenden means early darkness: the light goes at about 3:50pm, so choose a lit spot near the door for the van.
- 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.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Chillenden
What’s the nearest station to Chillenden?
Aylesham station, about 1.9 miles west of the centre.
How far is Chillenden from London?
About 61 miles from central London.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before you book.
Can you serve children?
Of course. Children normally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan service around it.
- 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