Hampshire · England
Christmas Party Fish and Chips for Park Gate events
We bring a fish and chip van for your Christmas party to Park Gate and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Christmas markets and fairs
- School and PTA Christmas fairs
- Work Christmas parties
Christmas party fish and chips for Park Gate events
How our Christmas party fish and chips works in Park Gate
Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons suit a chip van too, serving hot food on a chilly evening. Whether it’s family Christmas get-togethers and warehouse and depot Christmas lunches, we can cook gravy, sausage and chips and cod and chips for your guests.
In winter near Park Gate, we need firm ground and light, as fields are frequently soft. You will know what’s included before you book: the date, the service time and the menu.
Common questions in Park Gate
Can you serve near the sea around Park Gate?
Yes, of course. Wind doesn’t affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Which station is closest to Park Gate?
Swanwick station, in Park Gate itself.
Do you bring everything you need?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we will confirm what we need.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can the van come to Park Gate?
Yes, we do. Park Gate is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
For event organisers in Park Gate
Having the party at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Where the van can park in Park Gate
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Ask about allergies on the party invitation
- Agree the spot with the venue
A gazebo or covered doorway near the hatch helps on a wet night.
A hot drinks station run by your team pairs well with the van.
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your guests can wander over to the hatch once service starts. An afternoon Christmas party in Park Gate can start in daylight and finish in the dark, with sunset about 4:00pm; light the path to the van.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- 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
- Make sure the van can get in
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Getting a price
Send us the date, the address or SO31 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just use our quote form.
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What a fish and chip van costs
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Service time
- Distance and any road charges
- Any minimum charge
- Numbers
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The venue or postcode
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers, especially with curry sauce.
Planning a Christmas party in Park Gate
Park Gate is about 3 miles south-east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. Park Gate is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Park Gate is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 6 miles away.
A winter fair at a school like Park Gate Primary School gets dark early, so hot food from a van is popular. Christmas fairs at a church such as St Margaret Mary can book the van as a hot-food stall. The coast is within about 3 miles of Park Gate, and winter sea winds can be bitter.
Christmas parties anywhere in SO31 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Local streets include Station Road, Botley Road and Middle Road; a Christmas party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve Christmas parties include Sarisbury (1 mile west), Locks Heath (1 mile south), Segensworth (1 mile east), Whiteley (1 mile north-east) and Swanwick (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Winchester (13 miles north), Gosport (7 miles south-east), Havant (12 miles east), Eastleigh (7 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles south-east) and Horndean (11 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum (1.4 miles north-west) and St Andrew's Castle (2.6 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Swanwick Lakes.
- Schools near Park Gate include Brookfield Community School and Language College (0.8 miles south-west)
Nearby places to Park Gate
What else we do in Park Gate
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Occasions we serve in Park Gate
It is hot food on a cold day, served fast.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Park Gate:
- Christmas fairs at schools
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- Depot Christmas treats
- Staff Christmas parties
If people are coming by rail, Swanwick station serves Park Gate directly.
Comparing caterers
- VAT, if it applies
- When final numbers are due
- Whether travel is included
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- 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