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Christmas party fish and chips in Claygate, Kent
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your Christmas party in Claygate. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Staff Christmas parties
- Christmas fairs at schools
- Club and society Christmas socials
Christmas party fish and chips in Claygate
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Christmas party fish and chips in Claygate, cooked to order
Fish and chips is food everyone enjoys, which makes it ideal for a big, mixed group. Whether it’s boxing Day and New Year gatherings and PTA Christmas events, we will put together a menu of cod and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas.
In winter near Claygate, we need firm ground and light, as fields are frequently soft. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- How easy the site is to reach
- The number of meals
- The minimum booking
- The length of service
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We’ll send you a quote.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The date and time of the event
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Anything awkward about the way in
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
For event organisers in Claygate
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Also in Claygate
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the Christmas party.
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
Christmas parties in Claygate: local tips
Claygate is about 7 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Around Claygate, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground. Claygate is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 28 miles away.
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Church of St Margaret draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Claygate; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
We serve Christmas parties across the TN12 postcode area and the streets around it. We can serve a Christmas party on streets such as Sheephurst Lane, Maidstone Road and Spenny Lane, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Other places close to Claygate we cover include Pearson's Green (1 mile south-west), Marden Beech (2 miles south-east), Marden (2 miles east), Queen Street (2 miles north-west) and Castle Hill (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (7 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (14 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles west), Tonbridge (8 miles west), Kings Hill (7 miles north) and Foley Park (8 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find South East Romany Museum (2.7 miles east).
- Nearby, you will find The White Hart pub (under half a mile west)
Perfect for your Christmas party in Claygate
It works for teams who can’t leave site.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Claygate book the van for events such as:
- Christmas lunches for shift teams
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- Family Christmas get-togethers
- Christmas markets and fairs
For anyone getting the train home after the party, Marden station, about 1.8 miles east, is the nearest station.
What your quote should include
- When payment is due
- How late numbers can change
- What the price includes, item by item
- How allergens are handled
How it works
We need a level, firm place to park the van, close to where people will eat, and we agree exactly where before the day. At about 3:55pm in late December, it gets dark in Claygate; light the path to the van.
- Send us your December date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the spot for the van and send a quote.
- We plan a lit, sheltered spot for the van and queue.
- We park up, heat the fryers and serve hot food on a cold day.
- We pack up when service ends and leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Clear the route for the van
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Have a level parking spot ready
Getting a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Choose a lit spot for the van
- Ask about allergies on the party invitation
- Plan cover for the queue
- Have a back-up for special diets
Park the van close to the door, so nobody is out in the cold for long.
A charity collection for a local food bank is a nice touch.
Claygate: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Claygate?
Marden station, about 1.8 miles east of the centre.
How far is Claygate from London?
About 33 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Can you come to our office Christmas party?
Yes, if there’s a suitable spot for the van and the site allows it.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll plan for them.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
- 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