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Christmas Party Fish and Chips for Mottingham events
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 Mottingham.
- Christmas socials for clubs
- Office Christmas parties
- Christmas lunches for shift teams
Christmas party fish and chips for Mottingham events
What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it is served. December in Mottingham means early darkness: sunset is about 3:55pm, so choose a lit spot near the door for the van.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
How to prepare
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Clear the route for the van
How to get a price
Each quote is put together for your Christmas party. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
Christmas party fish and chips in Mottingham, cooked to order
Family get-togethers over the festive season can use a van too. On the menu are haddock and chips, gravy and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for family Christmas get-togethers and office Christmas parties.
For Christmas parties in Mottingham, the van needs a lit spot off the road, such as a car park, yard or drive. Plan parking and access early, as December is busy on the roads. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
- Area
- Mottingham (SE9, SE12, BR1)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. 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.
Mottingham in December: what to know
Mottingham is about 1 mile south-west of Eltham, in Greater London. Mottingham is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We cover 764 places across Greater London. You can also see our page for London, about 7 miles away.
If a church like Jubilee International Church is running a Christmas fair, a chip van is a welcome sight on a cold evening. PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Marvels Lane Primary School, suit a chip van.
Anywhere in SE9, SE12 and BR1, we can bring the van to you. Your Christmas party could be at a house on Horley Road, Dorset Road and Albert Road or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Mottingham we cover include Chinbrook (1 mile south-west), Grove Park (1 mile west), Coldharbour (1 mile east), Middle Park (1 mile north) and Horn Park (1 mile north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as London (7 miles north-west), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (10 miles north-west), Kensington (11 miles north-west), St Pancras (9 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (8 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Prefab Museum (1.7 miles west) and Greenwich Castle (3.5 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find Summer Hill and The Tarn.
- Local schools include Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Academy (0.9 miles south-west) and Colfe's School (1.3 miles north-west)
- Local facilities include Municipal Borough of Bromley (2.5 miles south)
Before you choose a spot
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work. What matters most:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A short walk from the party
As a London location, Mottingham is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about driveways, yards, car parks or a council parking suspension.
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- The length of service
- The date and time of year
- Cod, haddock or both
- Distance and any road charges
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The address or venue name
- Where the van would park
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Anything awkward about the way in
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Occasions we serve in Mottingham
It works for teams who can’t leave site.
Whatever the occasion in Mottingham, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Festive family gatherings
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- School and PTA Christmas fairs
For anyone getting the train home after the party, the nearest station is Grove Park station, about 0.7 miles west.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is included
- Any minimum charge
- Allergen information for each item
- Exactly what’s included in the price
A chip van compared with other options
A hog roast is popular at Christmas, but it’s pork only. A van offers fish, sausages and pies. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
Why book our van in Mottingham
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
See how we price and the cost guide.
Questions from Mottingham
What’s the nearest station to Mottingham?
The closest is Grove Park station, roughly 0.7 miles away.
Could you trade in Chinbrook Meadows?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Check with them first.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
When should we eat?
Food early on is normally wise, before the drinks really flow. For a lunch, tell us your break time.
Can the van come to Mottingham?
We do. We serve events in Mottingham and across Greater London. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Can the van come to our work Christmas do?
Yes, if there’s a suitable spot for the van and the site allows it.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Send round an allergy question
- Plan lighting near the hatch
- Plan cover for the queue
Plan cover for the queue.
Paper hats and crackers on the tables add to the fun.
Nearby places to Mottingham
What else we do in Mottingham
- 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