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Christmas Party Fish and Chips in Ickham
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your Christmas party turns food into part of your Christmas party in Ickham.
- Office Christmas parties
- Christmas socials for clubs
- Christmas customer days
Christmas party fish and chips for Ickham events
How our Christmas party fish and chips works in Ickham
Not every Christmas party needs a turkey dinner. Fish and chips from the van is warming, generous and a bit different. We are often asked to cater PTA Christmas events and work Christmas parties, serving cod and chips, gravy and curry sauce.
In winter near Ickham, we need firm ground and light, as fields are frequently soft. Everything is fried fresh at your Christmas party, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet.
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Other occasions in Ickham
Step by step
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, park on the agreed spot, and cook and serve without fuss. In December, it’s dark in Ickham by about 3:50pm, so even a late-afternoon Christmas party needs lighting by the van and the queue. A lunchtime party is the only one served in good daylight.
- 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.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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Events we cater in Ickham
It feels festive without being formal, and people talk about it.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Ickham and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons
- End-of-year club parties
- Christmas fairs at schools
- Christmas family parties
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School, suit a chip van.
What your quote should include
- What the price includes, item by item
- How late numbers can change
- Allergen information for each item
- Whether VAT is included
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Book as early as possible for December
- Plan cover for the queue
- Ask about allergies on the party invitation
- Confirm allergies by email
A gazebo or covered doorway near the hatch helps on a wet night.
A bit of festive music by the van helps.
A chip van compared with other options
For something other than turkey, a chip van is hard to beat in Ickham. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Why us?
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Quick service from the hatch
- A quote that spells everything out
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
Christmas catering near Ickham
Ickham is about 4 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Wherever your Christmas party is in the CT3 area, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. Ickham is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover.
Train travellers will want to know that Bekesbourne station is about 2.3 miles away. If a church like Church of St John is running a Christmas fair, a chip van is a welcome sight on a cold evening.
Anywhere in CT3, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include The Street, School Lane and Baye Lane, and the van can serve a Christmas party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. If your venue is just outside Ickham, we also cover Wickhambreaux (1 mile north), Seaton (1 mile north-east), Littlebourne (1 mile west), Bramling (1 mile south-east) and Bekesbourne (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (4 miles west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (13 miles south), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (12 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Canterbury Castle (4.7 miles west) and St Martins Hospital (3.3 miles west).
- Pubs nearby include The Rose Inn (0.5 miles north)
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Space, access and the venue
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in Ickham
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
Ickham questions
What’s the nearest station to Ickham?
Bekesbourne station, about 2.3 miles south-west of the centre.
Is Ickham close to London?
About 57 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What do you bring?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we will confirm what we need.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Ickham.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Will the weather be a problem?
The van copes fine. Guests appreciate cover and a short walk.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we will include them in the plan.
What affects the price in Ickham
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Parking and the way in
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The date and time of year
- The length of service
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Your date and serving time
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Each quote is put together for your Christmas party. 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