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Christmas party fish and chips in Chute Forest, Hampshire
Christmas party fish and chips in Chute Forest: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Club and society Christmas socials
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- Family Christmas get-togethers
Book the van in Chute Forest
Planning a Christmas party in Chute Forest
Chute Forest is about 5 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Bookings in Chute Forest come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Chute Forest is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Chute Forest to Southampton (25 miles away).
For colleagues travelling by train, Andover station, about 4.6 miles south-east, is the nearest station.
Wherever your Christmas party is in SP11, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Other places close to Chute Forest we cover include Tangley (1 mile north-east), Clanville (1 mile south-east), Upper Chute (2 miles north-west), Redenham (2 miles south) and Appleshaw (2 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Andover (5 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles west), Ludgershall (3 miles west), Whitchurch (10 miles east), East Anton (5 miles south-east) and Overton (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.3 miles south-east) and Ludgershall Castle (2.9 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes.
- Nearby, you’ll find Hatchet Inn (0.9 miles north)
How our Christmas party fish and chips works in Chute Forest
A fish and chip van in the car park or outside the venue gives everyone a hot meal, without anyone leaving site. On the menu are pie and chips, gravy and curry sauce, and we’re frequently booked for school and PTA Christmas fairs and christmas fairs and lights switch-ons.
For a Christmas party near Chute Forest, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Planning for dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Make sure the van and queue are well lit
- December Fridays go first: book early
- Have a back-up for special diets
Keep the walk from the door to the van short, so nobody is out in the cold for long.
Crackers on the tables finish it off.
Where the van can park in Chute Forest
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
Places near Chute Forest
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Common questions in Chute Forest
What’s the nearest station to Chute Forest?
Andover station, about 4.6 miles south-east of the centre.
Do you come out to small places like Chute Forest?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
Can the van park on grass?
Generally, if it is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Can the van come to Chute Forest?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Chute Forest. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do.
Takeaway run or book a van?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A cold buffet doesn’t feel festive. Hot food from the van does. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why book with us
- Events in Chute Forest and across Hampshire
- Quick service from the hatch
- No surprises in your quote
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Events we cater in Chute Forest
There’s no venue to book or taxis to arrange.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Office Christmas parties
- Christmas family parties
- Festive open days
- Christmas socials for clubs
If a church like St Mary's Church is running a Christmas fair, a chip van is a welcome sight on a cold evening.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit and payment dates
- The van’s size and access needs
- Whether travel is included
- How many hours the van serves
Step by step
You will know we’re ready when the smell of frying drifts over. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. By about 4:00pm in late December, it is dark in Chute Forest; park the van where there is good light.
- We start with a few details about your Christmas party.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Share the timings for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your Christmas party. Give us your date first, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
What affects the price in Chute Forest
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The length of service
- Access and parking
- Whether a minimum applies
- Distance and any road charges
Larger groups normally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The date and when you’d like to eat
It is 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.
For event organisers in Chute Forest
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
- 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