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Christmas Party Fish and Chips for Nursling events
We bring a fish and chip van for your Christmas party to Nursling and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
- Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
Fresh fish and chips in Nursling
Nursling: your questions answered
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Which station is closest to Nursling?
The closest is Redbridge station, roughly 1.6 miles away.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is generally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We will talk it through when we quote.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
Do you need power or water?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we will confirm what we need.
How our Christmas party fish and chips works in Nursling
The van parks outside and serves hot food, without anyone leaving site. On the menu are sausage and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips, and we are frequently booked for school and PTA Christmas fairs and christmas socials for clubs.
In Nursling, festive gatherings tend to be at home or the hall. We need firm ground and some light. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Where
- Nursling (SO16)
- Area hub
- Southampton
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Step by step
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, and we agree exactly where before the day. December in Nursling means early darkness: the light goes at about 4:00pm, so choose a lit spot near the door for the van.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Name one person we can call on the day
Ask for a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
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Events we cater in Nursling
It suits shift teams who can’t all go out together.
These are some of the bookings we take around Nursling:
- Family Christmas get-togethers
- Christmas markets and fairs
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
Christmas fairs at a church such as Lord's Hill Church can book the van as a hot-food stall.
What your quote should include
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- How late numbers can change
- Whether travel is included
What else we do in Nursling
What affects the price in Nursling
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Your choice of menu
- How easy the site is to reach
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The number of meals
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your Christmas party is.
Details that help
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where the van would go
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your Christmas party in Nursling, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Where the van can park in Nursling
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A short walk from the party
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Nursling in December: what to know
Nursling is about 2 miles north-east of Totton, in Southampton. Christmas parties in Nursling are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Nursling is one of 40 towns and villages in Southampton where we bring the van.
For anyone getting the train home after the party, the nearest station is Redbridge station, about 1.6 miles south. If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like Nursling Church of England Primary School, hot fish and chips goes down well. The New Forest National Park is within about 7 miles of Nursling; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning. With the sea within about 5 miles, December breezes can be cold.
This part of Southampton takes in SO16, so your Christmas party can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Station Road, Chambers Close and Cranmer Drive, and the van can serve a Christmas party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Neighbouring places where we serve Christmas parties include Hillyfields (1 mile south), Upton (1 mile north), Rownhams (1 mile north-east), Maybush (1 mile south-east) and Coxford (1 mile south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Southampton (4 miles south-east), Townhill Park (5 miles east), Midanbury (5 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles east), Chartwell Green (5 miles east) and Harefield (6 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Princess Anne Hospital (1.5 miles east) and Marlands Shopping Centre (3.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Testwood Lakes.
- Nearby schools include Oasis Academy Lord's Hill (0.5 miles east) and Oaklands Community School (0.6 miles east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Romsey Extra (2.9 miles north-west)
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
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.
Is a fish and chip van right for your Christmas party?
A hog roast is popular at Christmas, but it is pork only. A chip van gives a choice. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- A quote that spells everything out
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- We cover Nursling and the whole of Southampton
See our pricing and the cost guide.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Send round an allergy question
- Keep the queue dry
- Ensure the van and queue are well lit
A gazebo or covered doorway near the hatch helps on a wet night.
Hot drinks alongside make it even better.
- 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