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Christmas Party Fish and Chips in Daniel's Water
Christmas party fish and chips in Daniel's Water: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Work Christmas parties
- PTA Christmas events
- New Year parties
Christmas party fish and chips for Daniel's Water events
About our Christmas party fish and chips in Daniel's Water
December bookings are planned for the dark and the cold: a lit, sheltered spot, and a quick, organised service. Whether it is school and PTA Christmas fairs and festive gatherings after Christmas, we’ll put together a menu of pie and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips.
For a Christmas party near Daniel's Water, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Hog roasts are a Christmas favourite, but it is pork only. A van offers fish, sausages and pies. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why Daniel's Water hosts choose us
- We cover Daniel's Water and the whole of Kent
- A clear quote before you book
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- No kitchen needed
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
Nearby places to Daniel's Water
Also in Daniel's Water
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Choose a lit spot for the van
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Ask about allergies on the party invitation
For a work party, food early in the evening usually works best.
A bit of festive music by the van helps.
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
What happens on the day
Because we cook inside the van, rain does not stop us. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. It gets dark in Daniel's Water by about 3:50pm at Christmas; choose a lit spot near the door for the van.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Let us know the serving time
Getting a price
Planning a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Daniel's Water? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Where the van can park in Daniel's Water
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A short walk from the party
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Should I sort the food myself?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the Christmas party.
Christmas parties in Daniel's Water: local tips
Daniel's Water is about 3 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Daniel's Water is well within our area, so your Christmas party just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We serve 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 16 miles away.
Daniel's Water is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
This part of Kent takes in TN26. We also bring the van to Christmas parties in Fleeden (1 mile south), Chilmington Green (1 mile south-east), Great Chart (1 mile east), Godinton (2 miles north-east) and Hothfield (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (15 miles north-west), Ashford (3 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north), Faversham (13 miles north), Hythe (13 miles east) and Davington (13 miles north).
A little further out are County Square (3.1 miles east) and Romden Castle (3.9 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Orlestone Forest.
Occasions we serve in Daniel's Water
No restaurant booking, no taxis, because the van comes to you.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
- Christmas family parties
- School and PTA Christmas fairs
For colleagues travelling by train, Pluckley station is about 2.6 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Any minimum charge
- A clear list of what’s included
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- How much space the van takes up
What a fish and chip van costs
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Your choice of menu
- Distance and any road charges
- The minimum booking
- Service time
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The venue or postcode
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the van would park
- Expected numbers
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Daniel's Water
What’s the nearest station to Daniel's Water?
The closest is Pluckley station, roughly 2.6 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Daniel's Water?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
How early do Christmas dates go?
As early as possible. Fridays in December book up first.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
What areas do you cover?
We take the van across London and the South East, including Kent. Find your area.
What does the van need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a picture.
- 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