Kent · England
Christmas party fish and chips in Payden Street, Kent
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Payden Street.
- School and PTA Christmas fairs
- Festive open days
- Office Christmas parties
Fresh fish and chips in Payden Street
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Payden Street
How far is Payden Street from London?
About 40 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
What does the van need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including Kent. See all areas.
Can you serve in the cold?
Not for the cooking. Guests appreciate cover and a short walk.
How early do Christmas dates go?
As early as possible. December weekends and Fridays are the first to go.
Can you come to our office Christmas party?
Yes. Tell us the date, site and numbers.
What if the weather’s bad?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Payden Street
A chip van is a welcome sight at a Christmas fair, with hot food for visitors in the cold. We are frequently asked to cater end-of-year club parties and staff Christmas parties, serving curry sauce, sausage and chips and cod and chips.
For a Christmas party near Payden Street, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Towns and villages near Payden Street
Other occasions in Payden Street
Looking after everyone
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Book as early as possible for December
- Send round an allergy question
- Flag any coeliac guests
Park the van close to the door, so nobody is out in the cold for long.
Crackers on the tables finish it off.
A chip van compared with other options
A hog roast is popular at Christmas, but it is one dish. A chip van gives a choice. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It is worth asking early.
Why us?
- A clear quote before you book
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Bookings across Kent, including Payden Street
- Hot food handed straight over
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Christmas catering near Payden Street
Payden Street is about 6 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Anywhere in ME17, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. Payden Street is one of 922 places in Kent where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Payden Street to Canterbury (14 miles away).
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Church of St Margaret draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards. A winter fair at a school like The Lenham School gets dark early, so hot food from a van is popular. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Payden Street, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
We cover Christmas parties in every part of the ME17 postcode area and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we serve Christmas parties include Warren Street (1 mile south-east), Woodside Green (1 mile west), West Street (1 mile west), Wichling (1 mile north) and Cold Harbour (1 mile south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (10 miles west), Ashford (9 miles south-east), Canterbury (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (6 miles north), Whitstable (14 miles north-east) and Faversham (7 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Newnham Castle (3.2 miles north-east).
- Pubs nearby include The Harrow pub (0.8 miles south-east)
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
Should I sort the food myself?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the Christmas party.
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your Christmas party in Payden Street. Plan your Christmas party in Payden Street around the dark: the light goes at about 3:50pm, so a lit, sheltered spot for the van is essential.
- We start with a few details about your Christmas party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Let us know the serving time
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your Christmas party. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
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What affects the price in Payden Street
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- The date and time of year
- Parking and the way in
- The length of service
- The minimum booking
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- A picture of the parking spot
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Dietary needs, with numbers
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
The menu, dish by dish
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It’s battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Working with your venue
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
- 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