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Christmas Party Fish and Chips for Rudmore events
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Rudmore and the surrounding area.
- Depot Christmas treats
- Festive open days
- Office Christmas parties
A chip van near Rudmore
Festive bookings around Rudmore
Rudmore is about 1 mile north-west of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. We serve Christmas parties at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Rudmore and nearby villages. Rudmore is one of 19 towns and villages in Portsmouth where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 15 miles away.
A Christmas fair at The Grapes is just the kind of event a chip van suits. PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as The Flying Bull Academy, suit a chip van. The coast is within about 3 miles of Rudmore, and winter sea winds can be bitter, so plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
This part of Portsmouth takes in PO2 and PO1, and we can serve your Christmas party anywhere in it. Local streets include Knox Road, Wharf Road and Croft Road; a Christmas party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. With the M275 and A2047 close by, Rudmore is simple for us to get to. Other places close to Rudmore we cover include North End (1 mile north-east), Tipner (1 mile north-west), Portsmouth (1 mile south-east), Landport (1 mile south) and Copnor (1 mile east).
Nearby you will also find Portchester Castle (2.1 miles north-west) and Southsea (2.2 miles south). Open spaces near Rudmore include Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
- Schools near Rudmore include Mayfield School (0.7 miles north-east) and St Edmund's Catholic School (1 mile south)
- Pubs nearby include The Admiral Drake pub (less than half a mile south-west)
How our Christmas party fish and chips works in Rudmore
December dates book up early, so ask as soon as you know yours. We serve mushy peas, gravy and sausage and chips, and we are often booked for new Year parties and work Christmas parties.
Around Rudmore, Christmas parties are often at home, the village hall or a club. We need firm ground and some light. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
- Location
- Rudmore (PO2, PO1)
- Area hub
- Portsmouth
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the Christmas party.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
About the food
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Rudmore?
For a Christmas party that feels a bit different, a chip van is hard to beat. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Why book our van in Rudmore
- A quote that spells everything out
- We cover Rudmore and the whole of Portsmouth
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Where the van can park in Rudmore
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Plan lighting near the hatch
- Book as early as possible for December
- Think about a gazebo or covered doorway
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
We park somewhere lit and get the fryers hot before the party starts.
Some teams collect for a local charity on the day.
Rudmore questions
Can the van park in Alexandra Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Which station is closest to Rudmore?
The closest is Portsmouth & Southsea station, roughly 1.1 miles away.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we’ll say what we need.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Can you serve in the cold?
Not for the cooking. Plan cover and lighting for the queue.
Where do you take the van?
We take the van across London and the South East, including Portsmouth. Find your area.
For planners, venues and organisers
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Rudmore? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
What else we do in Rudmore
How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How long we serve
- How easy the site is to reach
- The day of the week
- The menu and how many choices
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Where you’d like the van to go
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The date and time of the event
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
The process
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your Christmas party. In December, it’s dark in Rudmore by about 4:00pm, so plan lighting for any party after mid-afternoon. Lunchtime is the brightest slot in December.
- We start with a few details about your Christmas party.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Let us know the serving time
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and you’ll get a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Read more
- 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