Hampshire · England
Christmas party fish and chips in New Forest, Hampshire
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Christmas party fish and chips in New Forest.
- Office Christmas parties
- Lights switch-on events
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
A chip van near New Forest
How our Christmas party fish and chips works in New Forest
It’s a crowd-pleaser, which makes it a safe choice for a mixed team. On the menu are sausage and chips, haddock and chips and curry sauce, and we are regularly asked to cater christmas family parties and staff Christmas parties.
Near New Forest, country lanes are dark in winter, so tell us about the route and lighting at the spot. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
For event organisers in New Forest
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Tell facilities or the venue about the van
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Collect allergies in advance
- Think about a gazebo or covered doorway
Plan cover for the queue.
A hot drinks station run by your team pairs well with the van.
Towns and villages near New Forest
What else we do in New Forest
Christmas parties in New Forest: local tips
New Forest is in Hampshire. From the centre of New Forest to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We take the van to 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 23 miles away.
We take the van to Christmas parties all over SP6. Whether your Christmas party is on Sillens Lane and Townsend Lane or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Nearby, we also serve Christmas parties in Martin (1 mile north-east), Rockbourne (3 miles east) and Damerham (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Ringwood (11 miles south-east), Fordingbridge (6 miles south-east), St Leonards (11 miles south), Alderholt (6 miles south-east), Poulner (11 miles south-east) and Ashley Heath (10 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Cranborne Castle Hill (4.4 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Western Downs.
Events we cater in New Forest
It feels festive without being formal, and people talk about it.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- PTA Christmas events
- Family Christmas get-togethers
- Festive open days
- Club and society Christmas socials
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Church of All Saints draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards.
What your quote should include
- When final numbers are due
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- If the price includes VAT
- The deposit and payment dates
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A cold buffet in December is not much of a treat. Hot food from the van does. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why us?
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- We cover New Forest and the whole of Hampshire
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
What a fish and chip van costs
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- How long we serve
- The date and time of year
- How many people are eating
- Travel, tolls and road charges
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of where the van would go
- The address or venue name
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in New Forest
Do you come out to small places like New Forest?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How much does a fish and chip van for your Christmas party cost in New Forest?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we’ll reply with a price.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: batter is generally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before booking.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including Hampshire. See all areas.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
Do you come to New Forest?
We do. New Forest is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. It is battered and fried to order.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
The process
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Then everything is fried to order, timed around your Christmas party. An afternoon Christmas party in New Forest can start in daylight and finish in the dark, with sunset about 4:05pm; light the path to the van.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Clear the route for the van
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your Christmas party, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Read more
- 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