Oxfordshire · England
Christmas Party Fish and Chips in Emmington
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your Christmas party makes the food a highlight of your Christmas party in Emmington.
- Christmas socials for clubs
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
- Lights switch-on events
A chip van near Emmington
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Ask about your date in the autumn, or earlier
- Ask about allergies on the party invitation
- Tell facilities or the venue about the van
Send people out in groups in the cold.
A hot drinks station run by your team pairs well with the van.
Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Emmington
A Christmas party doesn’t have to mean another turkey dinner. Hot fish and chips on a cold December day is festive in its own way. Typical bookings include christmas socials for clubs and new Year parties, serving gravy, curry sauce and mushy peas.
Near Emmington, country lanes are dark in winter, so let us know about access and lighting. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Where
- Emmington (OX39)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
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Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s 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.
Emmington in December: what to know
Emmington is about 3 miles south-east of Thame, in Oxfordshire. In and around Emmington, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. We take the van to 443 places in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 13 miles away.
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Church of St Nicholas draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards. PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Mill Lane Community Primary School, suit a chip van. Emmington is within about 5 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
Here we cover the OX39 postcode area, so your Christmas party can be anywhere in it. Nearby, we also serve Christmas parties in Sydenham (1 mile south-west), Kingston Stert (1 mile south-west), Chinnor (1 mile south-east), Towersey (2 miles north) and Thame (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Oxford (13 miles west), Didcot (15 miles south-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles west), Henley-on-Thames (13 miles south), Benson (10 miles south-west) and Headington Quarry (12 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Thame Museum (3.1 miles north-west) and Thame Community Hospital (2.6 miles north-west). Open spaces near Emmington include Bald Hill and Oakley Hill nature reserve.
- Pubs nearby include The Inn at Emmington (less than half a mile south-east)
For event organisers in Emmington
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
What affects the price in Emmington
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- The minimum booking
- The day of the week
- Your choice of menu
- How many people are eating
Larger groups normally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The address or venue name
- Where the van would park
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
Who books Christmas party fish and chips in Emmington?
No restaurant booking, no taxis, because the van comes to you.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Emmington book the van for occasions like:
- Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons
- Staff Christmas parties
- Festive open days
- End-of-year club parties
Train travellers will want to know that the closest railway station is Princes Risborough station, roughly 3.8 miles east of the centre.
Comparing caterers
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Whether VAT is included
- What the price includes, item by item
How the day works
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, park up and set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot when you are ready to eat. At about 3:55pm in late December, it gets dark in Emmington; light the path to the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Ensure the van can get in
Getting a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
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A chip van compared with other options
A big takeaway order rarely arrives hot. The van fries on site. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your Christmas party is.
Why Emmington hosts choose us
- All the chip-shop extras
- Events in Emmington and across Oxfordshire
- Hot food handed straight over
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Take a look at how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Emmington: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Emmington?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Emmington?
The closest is Princes Risborough station, roughly 3.8 miles away.
Is grass a problem?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Can you come to our office Christmas party?
Yes. Send us your date and site details.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Can you serve children?
Of course. Children usually love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
Do you cater Christmas fairs?
Yes, it’s a popular stall. Send us the details.
Can the van come to Emmington?
Yes, we do. Emmington is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
- 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