Hampshire · England
Christmas Party Fish and Chips for Selborne events
We bring a fish and chip van for your Christmas party to Selborne and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Depot Christmas treats
- Christmas family parties
- End-of-year customer events
A chip van near Selborne
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Parking and the way in
- How long we serve
- The number of meals
- Whether a minimum applies
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Roughly how many people, including children
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability right away.
Christmas party fish and chips in Selborne, cooked to order
December bookings are planned for the dark and the cold: a well-lit spot for the van and the queue, and a quick, organised service. On the menu are pie and chips, gravy and haddock and chips, and typical bookings are for christmas lunches for shift teams and staff Christmas parties.
For a Christmas party near Selborne, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
For event organisers in Selborne
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Selborne: your questions answered
How far is Selborne from London?
About 46 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is usually simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll confirm the rest.
When do Christmas bookings fill up?
Very early. Fridays in December book up first.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
What do you bring?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Towns and villages near Selborne
Also in Selborne
Events we cater in Selborne
Rain or shine, the fryers keep going.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Depot Christmas treats
- Christmas socials for clubs
- Festive open days
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as Church of St Mary draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards.
What to look for in a quote
- How much space the van takes up
- Whether VAT is included
- The cancellation terms
- Allergen information for each item
How it works
Service is quick: everything is handed over hot from the hatch. Afterwards we pack up. December in Selborne means early darkness: sunset is about 4:00pm, so choose a lit spot near the door for the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Let us know the serving time
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your Christmas party, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Related guides
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A Christmas party at a venue costs more per head. A van can be better value. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Why Selborne hosts choose us
- All the chip-shop extras
- Events in Selborne and across Hampshire
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. 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 are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Festive bookings around Selborne
Selborne is about 4 miles south of Alton, in Hampshire. For Christmas parties in Selborne, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We take the van to all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 19 miles away.
If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like Selborne Church of England Primary School, hot fish and chips goes down well. Train travellers will want to know that Alton station is about 3.8 miles away. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Selborne, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
We take the van to Christmas parties all over GU34 and the streets around it. That could mean a Christmas party at a home on Huckers Lane, Ganders Close and Selborne Road, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. If your venue is just outside Selborne, we also cover Newton Valence (1 mile west), Empshott (2 miles south-east), Lower Green (3 miles south), Hawkley (3 miles south) and Oakshott (4 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Basingstoke (13 miles north-west), Fleet (13 miles north), Horndean (14 miles south), Aldershot (13 miles north-east), Alton (4 miles north) and Waterlooville (15 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include The Romany Museum (less than half a mile south-east) and Alton Community Hospital (3.5 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Selborne Hill and Deadwater Valley.
- Pubs nearby include The Jubilee Tap (within half a mile south)
- 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