Hampshire · England
Christmas party fish and chips in Red Post Bridge, Hampshire
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Red Post Bridge.
- PTA Christmas events
- Lights switch-on events
- Staff Christmas parties
A chip van near Red Post Bridge
About our Christmas party fish and chips in Red Post Bridge
For a family gathering over Christmas, the van can come to you. We are frequently asked to cater christmas markets and fairs and office Christmas parties, serving gravy, mushy peas and curry sauce.
In a small place like Red Post Bridge, December lanes are dark, so let us know about access and lighting. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Space, access and the venue
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
About the food
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and children love it.
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How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
These are the factors that matter most:
- Parking and the way in
- Any minimum charge
- The number of meals
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Where the van would park
- The date and when you’d like to eat
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
Common questions in Red Post Bridge
What’s the nearest station to Red Post Bridge?
The closest is Andover station, roughly 1.9 miles away.
How far is Red Post Bridge from London?
Roughly 65 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including Hampshire. See all areas.
What food do you serve?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
What does the van need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your Christmas party and we will send a quote.
Takeaway run or book a van?
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.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. 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.
Red Post Bridge in December: what to know
Red Post Bridge is about 2 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Red Post Bridge is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Red Post Bridge is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 21 miles away.
A winter fair at a school like John Hanson Community School gets dark early, so hot food from a van is popular. Christmas fairs at a church such as Church of St Mary can book the van as a hot-food stall.
Here we cover the SP11 postcode area, and we can serve your Christmas party anywhere in it. We can serve a Christmas party on streets such as Newall Road, Andover Road and Red Post Lane, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Other places close to Red Post Bridge we cover include Penton Corner (1 mile north), Weyhill (1 mile north-west), Penton Grafton (1 mile north), Penton Mewsey (2 miles north) and East Cholderton (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (14 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles south), Hyde (13 miles south-east), Tidworth (6 miles north-west), Weeke (13 miles south-east) and Stanmore (14 miles south-east).
A little further out are Andover Museum (2.6 miles east) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (2 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Mill Lake and Anton Lakes.
- Pubs nearby include The Black Swan Public House (0.8 miles south-west)
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- December Fridays go first: book early
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Keep the queue dry
- Have a back-up for special diets
Keep the walk from the door to the van short, so nobody is out in the cold for long.
A charity collection for a local food bank is a nice touch.
How the day works
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Plan your Christmas party in Red Post Bridge around the dark: sunset is about 4:00pm, so a lit, sheltered spot for the van is essential.
- It starts with your date, site and numbers.
- You get an access check and a clear quote.
- Arrival time and a well-lit spot are agreed in advance.
- We park up, heat the fryers and serve hot food on a cold day.
- Afterwards, we pack up and leave you to the party.
How to prepare
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. When you are ready, use our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
A chip van compared with other options
Next to a Christmas meal out, a van brings the meal to the team. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- No surprises in your quote
- Quick service from the hatch
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- 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