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Christmas Party Fish and Chips for Donkey Town events
We bring a fish and chip van for your Christmas party across Donkey Town and Surrey, cooking to order on site.
- Christmas socials for clubs
- Christmas fairs at schools
- Staff Christmas parties
Book the van in Donkey Town
Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Donkey Town
December bookings are planned for the dark and the cold: a lit, sheltered spot, and service timed so people aren’t outside for long. Popular choices include haddock and chips, sausage and chips and gravy, and we’re regularly asked to cater end-of-year customer events and PTA Christmas events.
Near Donkey Town, country lanes are dark in winter, so tell us about the route and lighting at the spot. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A big takeaway order rarely arrives hot. The van fries on site. Larger groups normally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- We cover Donkey Town and the whole of Surrey
- A quote that spells everything out
- A menu almost everyone likes
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
How it works
We get there well before service, park the van and get the fryers going. Your guests can wander over to the hatch as soon as we open. December in Donkey Town means early darkness: sunset is about 3:55pm, so a lit, sheltered spot for the van is essential.
- It starts with your date, site and numbers.
- We check the spot for the van and send a quote.
- We plan a lit, sheltered spot for the van and queue.
- On the day we set up and fry fresh at the agreed time.
- We pack up when service ends and leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Getting a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party for your Christmas party in Donkey Town? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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Working with your venue
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
Having the party at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
Where the van can park in Donkey Town
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Donkey Town in December: what to know
Donkey Town is about 3 miles east of Camberley, in Surrey. We cover Donkey Town as standard, so your Christmas party just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We take the van to 395 places in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Donkey Town to Guildford (about 7 miles away).
If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like Gordon's School, hot fish and chips goes down well. Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Holy Trinity draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards.
We serve Christmas parties across GU24. Your Christmas party could be at a house on Broad Street, Orchard Close and Ashley Way or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve Christmas parties include Lucas Green (1 mile south-east), West End (1 mile east), Lightwater (1 mile north-west), Bisley (1 mile south-east) and Penny Pot (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (7 miles south-east), Woking (4 miles south-east), Camberley (3 miles west), Farnham (11 miles south-west), Egham (8 miles north-east) and Walton-on-Thames (11 miles east).
A little further out are Brookwood Hospital (2.3 miles south-east) and The Museum of The National Rifle Association (1.9 miles south). Open spaces near Donkey Town include Brookwood Lye.
- Local schools include Holy Trinity CofE Primary School (0.9 miles east)
Occasions we serve in Donkey Town
It feels festive without being formal.
Whatever the occasion in Donkey Town, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re frequently booked for:
- End-of-year customer events
- Depot Christmas treats
- New Year parties
- Christmas family parties
Train travellers will want to know that Bagshot station, about 2.3 miles north-west, is the nearest station.
Before you book anyone
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How late numbers can change
Allergies and dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- December Fridays go first: book early
- Confirm allergies by email
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Check the van can park on site
Serving early, before the drinks flow, is frequently wise.
A bit of festive music by the van helps.
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Common questions in Donkey Town
Can the van park in Brentmoor Heath?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first.
Which station is closest to Donkey Town?
The closest is Bagshot station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
How long will the queue be?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Can the van park on grass?
Normally, if it’s firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
What time should the van serve at a Christmas party?
At the time you choose. Plan lighting, as it’s dark early.
How long are you on site?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Children usually love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Prices and what affects them
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Service time
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Any minimum charge
- Access and parking
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where the van would go
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Expected numbers
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability right away.
- 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