Hampshire · England
Christmas Party Fish and Chips in Old Netley
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your Christmas party turns food into part of your Christmas party in Old Netley.
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- Christmas markets and fairs
- PTA Christmas events
Fresh fish and chips in Old Netley
How our Christmas party fish and chips works in Old Netley
A Christmas party doesn’t have to mean another turkey dinner. Fish and chips from the van is warming, generous and a bit different. Popular choices include mushy peas, gravy and curry sauce, and we are regularly asked to cater christmas markets and fairs and PTA Christmas events.
For a Christmas party near Old Netley, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key, as fields are often soft. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Festive bookings around Old Netley
Old Netley is about 2 miles south-west of Hedge End, in Hampshire. We park up at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Old Netley and the surrounding area. We take the van to all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
If a church like St Paul’s Church is running a Christmas fair, a chip van is a welcome sight on a cold evening. If people are coming by rail, the closest railway station is Bursledon station, roughly 1 mile south-east of the centre. Old Netley is within about 8 miles of the New Forest National Park; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning. With the sea within about 3 miles, December breezes can be cold.
We take the van to Christmas parties all over the SO31 postcode area and the streets around it. Your Christmas party could be at a house on Darlee Gate, Green Lane and Cranbury Gardens, wherever the van can park. If your venue is just outside Old Netley, we also cover Lowford (1 mile north-east), Bursledon (1 mile east), Butlocks Heath (1 mile south-west), Hound (1 mile south-west) and Netley (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (12 miles north), Gosport (10 miles south-east), Havant (15 miles east), Eastleigh (5 miles north), Fareham (6 miles south-east) and Horndean (14 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Coldeast (2.3 miles south-east) and Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum (1.6 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Netley Common.
- Schools near Old Netley include Oasis Academy Mayfield (0.9 miles west) and Grove Park Business and Enterprise College (1 mile west)
- Pubs nearby include The Linden Tree pub (under half a mile east)
About the food
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Old Netley: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Old Netley?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Old Netley from London?
Roughly 68 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a photo if you can.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
How long will the queue be?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
When do you arrive?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
When do Christmas bookings fill up?
Very early. Fridays in December book up first.
Do you do work Christmas parties?
Yes, if there is a suitable spot for the van and the site allows it.
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we’ve agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. December in Old Netley means early darkness: the light goes at about 4:00pm, so a lit, sheltered spot for the van is essential.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Getting a price
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we cannot meet
- Think about a gazebo or covered doorway
- Flag any coeliac guests
We park somewhere lit and get the fryers hot.
Paper hats and crackers on the tables add to the fun.
What else we do in Old Netley
DIY versus a fish and chip van
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Events we cater in Old Netley
It works for teams who cannot leave site.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Work Christmas parties
- PTA Christmas events
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
- Festive open days
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Bursledon Church of England Infant School, suit a chip van.
Before booking anyone
- What happens if plans change
- The deposit and payment dates
- VAT, if it applies
- Allergen information for each item
What affects the price in Old Netley
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The length of service
- The day of the week
- Any minimum charge
- How far we travel
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The address or venue name
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Any dietary needs and allergies
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your Christmas party, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
For event organisers in Old Netley
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Old Netley?
Venue Christmas packages add up. A van in the car park keeps it simple. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why us?
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Bookings across Hampshire, including Old Netley
- Classic food your guests already know
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
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