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Christmas party fish and chips in Ringwould, Kent
Something for almost everyone: 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 Ringwould.
- Christmas lunches for shift teams
- Office Christmas parties
- Christmas socials for clubs
Book the van in Ringwould
Christmas party fish and chips in Ringwould, fried fresh
It works for teams who can’t all leave at once, with service timed to each group. Popular choices include haddock and chips, curry sauce and pie and chips, and we’re frequently booked for end-of-year club parties and christmas fairs at schools.
Near Ringwould, country lanes are dark in winter, so tell us about the route and lighting at the spot. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Should I sort the food myself?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
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: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why Ringwould hosts choose us
- Classic food your guests already know
- A quote that spells everything out
- Hot food handed straight over
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
What happens on the day
There is very little for you to do on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your Christmas party. We handle the cooking and serving. Plan your Christmas party in Ringwould around the dark: the light goes at about 3:50pm, so choose a lit spot near the door for the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your Christmas party in Ringwould, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Planning help
Planning a Christmas party in Ringwould
Ringwould is about 2 miles south of Deal, in Kent. For a Christmas party in Ringwould, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We serve all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like Kingsdown and Ringwould CofE Primary School, hot fish and chips goes down well. Christmas fairs at a church such as Church of St Nicholas can book the van as a hot-food stall. The coast is within about 3 miles of Ringwould, and winter sea winds can be bitter, so plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
This part of Kent takes in CT14. From Back Street, Front Street and Queen's Rise or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. With the A258 close by, Ringwould is easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places where we serve Christmas parties include Kingsdown (1 mile east), Martin (1 mile south-west), Martin Mill (1 mile south-west), Sutton (2 miles north-west) and East Langdon (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Margate (14 miles north), Dover (5 miles south-west), Folkestone (11 miles south-west), Ramsgate (11 miles north) and Broadstairs (13 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Walmer Castle (1.6 miles north-east) and St Margaret's Museum (2.6 miles south).
- Local schools include Goodwin Academy (2.2 miles north)
- Local pubs include Five Bells pub (under half a mile east)
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Events we cater in Ringwould
Christmas dinner fatigue is real, so a chip van makes a nice change.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Ringwould book the van for events such as:
- Lights switch-on events
- Club and society Christmas socials
- Christmas customer days
- PTA Christmas events
If people are coming by rail, Walmer station, about 1.3 miles north, is the nearest station.
What your quote should include
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- When payment is due
- If the price includes VAT
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Planning for dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- December Fridays go first: book early
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we can’t meet
- Choose a lit spot for the van
- Plan cover for the queue
When service is finished, we pack up and leave you to the party.
A charity collection for a local food bank is a nice touch.
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
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Ringwould questions
What’s the nearest station to Ringwould?
The closest is Walmer station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
How far is Ringwould from London?
Roughly 67 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Will the weather be a problem?
The fryers are inside the van, so we carry on. Plan a short, lit route from the door to the hatch.
What if we only have street parking?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. See all areas.
What time is best for food?
Early in the evening typically works best. For lunchtime, we’ll work to your break.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your Christmas party and we will send a quote.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will take it from there.
What the van needs
We will be honest if a spot won’t work. What matters most:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- 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