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Christmas party fish and chips in East Harting, Hampshire
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Christmas party fish and chips in East Harting.
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- Christmas lunches for shift teams
- Festive open days
Planning an event in East Harting?
Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in East Harting
The cooking is inside the van, so the weather does not stop service. We serve cod and chips, curry sauce and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for staff Christmas parties and new Year parties.
In winter near East Harting, we need firm ground and light. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Why choose Christmas party fish and chips in East Harting?
There is no venue to book or taxis to arrange, because the van comes to you.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Christmas fairs at schools
- Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons
- Family Christmas get-togethers
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
If a church like The Parish Church of St Mary & St Gabriel is running a Christmas fair, a chip van is a welcome sight on a cold evening.
What to look for in a quote
- The van’s size and access needs
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- When payment is due
- When final numbers are due
Planning for dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Put allergy details in writing
- Ask about allergies on the party invitation
- Tell facilities or the venue about the van
We park somewhere lit and get the fryers hot.
Crackers on the tables finish it off.
Should I sort the food myself?
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. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Christmas parties in East Harting: local tips
East Harting is about 4 miles south-east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. For Christmas parties in East Harting, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around East Harting. East Harting is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 23 miles away.
For colleagues travelling by train, Petersfield station, about 4.1 miles north-west, is the nearest station. If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like Harting CofE Primary School, hot fish and chips goes down well. The South Downs National Park is within about a mile of East Harting, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
We take the van to Christmas parties all over GU31 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Hollist Lane, East Harting Street and Orchard Close, and the van can serve a Christmas party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. For Christmas parties just outside East Harting, we cover South Harting (1 mile west), Nyewood (1 mile north), Elsted (1 mile east), Elsted Marsh (2 miles east) and Dumpford (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Havant (9 miles south-west), Horndean (8 miles south-west), Alton (13 miles north), Waterlooville (10 miles south-west), Petersfield (4 miles north-west) and Purbrook (10 miles south-west).
A little further out are Petersfield Community Hospital (4.1 miles north-west) and Bear Museum (3.7 miles north-west). Open spaces near East Harting include Iping and Stedham Commons and Oakham Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Ship Inn (0.8 miles west)
How the day works
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it is needed. By about 4:00pm in late December, it is dark in East Harting; park the van where there is good light, and keep the walk short.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Get a quote
Planning a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in East Harting? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Planning help
What a fish and chip van costs
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- The length of service
- The menu and how many choices
- Numbers
- The date and time of year
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The address or venue name
- Your date and serving time
- Roughly how many people, including children
- A photo of the space and the way in
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Nearby places to East Harting
What else we do in East Harting
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in East Harting
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is East Harting close to London?
Roughly 49 miles from the centre of London.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Can the van come to our work Christmas do?
Yes. Send us your date and site details as early as you can.
Will the weather be a problem?
We cook inside the van, so the weather does not stop us. Keep the van close to the door.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
What does it cost to hire the van?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we will reply with a price.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Before you choose a spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
Is a fish and chip van right for your Christmas party?
Hog roasts are a Christmas favourite, but it is one dish. A chip van gives a choice. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why East Harting hosts choose us
- Classic food your guests already know
- A quote that spells everything out
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- 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