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Christmas party fish and chips in Derringstone, Kent
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 Derringstone.
- Work Christmas parties
- Christmas customer days
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
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Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Derringstone
The cooking is inside the van, so rain and cold do not stop us. Whether it is end-of-year customer events and christmas family parties, we can cook mushy peas, sausage and chips and gravy for your guests.
In a small place like Derringstone, December lanes are dark, so let us know about access and lighting. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Space, access and the venue
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Derringstone
What’s the nearest station to Derringstone?
The closest is Snowdown station, roughly 2.6 miles away.
Could you trade in Jumping Downs?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first.
When should we book for December?
As early as possible. Fridays in December book up first.
Can you come to our office Christmas party?
We do. Tell us the date, site and numbers as early as you can.
What if the weather’s bad?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
What can guests choose from?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
For event organisers in Derringstone
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Christmas parties in Derringstone: local tips
Derringstone is about 6 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Derringstone and the surrounding area. Derringstone is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 6 miles away.
Christmas fairs at a church such as Church of St John the Baptist can book the van as a hot-food stall. For anyone getting the train home after the party, the closest railway station is Snowdown station, roughly 2.6 miles east of the centre. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Derringstone, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
This part of Kent takes in CT4, so your Christmas party can be anywhere in it. That could mean a Christmas party at a home on Derringstone Street, The Causeway and Railway Hill, wherever the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve Christmas parties include Heart's Delight (1 mile south-west), Barham (1 mile north), Gravel Castle (1 mile east), Out Elmstead (1 mile north) and Marley (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (6 miles north-west), Dover (8 miles south-east), Folkestone (8 miles south), Ramsgate (15 miles north-east) and Whitstable (12 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Kent and Canterbury Hospital (5.3 miles north-west).
Events we cater in Derringstone
No restaurant booking, no taxis, because the van comes to you.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Festive open days
- Staff Christmas parties
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
- Christmas socials for clubs
If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like Barham Church of England Primary School, hot fish and chips goes down well.
Comparing caterers
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- What happens if plans change
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether travel is included
Why choose a fish and chip van in Derringstone?
A hog roast is popular at Christmas, but it’s one dish. A chip van gives a choice. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- A van that becomes part of the event
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
How the day works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your Christmas party. It gets dark in Derringstone by about 3:50pm at Christmas; choose a lit spot near the door for the van, and keep the walk short.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
How to prepare
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your Christmas party, and we’ll quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
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Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Ensure the van and queue are well lit
- Book as early as possible for December
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we cannot meet
- Plan cover for the queue
Stagger groups so the queue stays short in the cold.
Paper hats and crackers on the tables add to the fun.
The menu, dish by dish
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
Should I sort the food myself?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
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What else we do in Derringstone
- 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