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Christmas party fish and chips in Seven Dials, Greater London
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your Christmas party makes the food a highlight of your Christmas party in Seven Dials.
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
- Festive open days
- Office Christmas parties
A chip van near Seven Dials
What the van needs
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
As a London location, Seven Dials is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Seven Dials
The Christmas season is short and busy, so ask as soon as you know yours. For staff Christmas parties and christmas markets and fairs, we can cook haddock and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
For Christmas parties in Seven Dials, the van needs a lit spot off the road, such as a car park, yard or drive. Plan parking and access early, as December is busy on the roads. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Area
- Seven Dials (W1F, W1D, W1T)
- County
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
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Planning a Christmas party in Seven Dials
Seven Dials is about 1 mile east of City of Westminster, in Greater London. Give us the address of your Christmas party in Seven Dials, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. We serve all 764 towns and villages in Greater London.
A winter fair at a school like St Josephs Catholic Primary School gets dark early, so hot food from a van is popular. If a church like Soho Baptist Chapel is running a Christmas fair, a chip van is a welcome sight on a cold evening.
For Christmas parties in W1F, W1D and W1T, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Whether your Christmas party is on Duck Lane, Drury Lane and Bridle Lane or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Seven Dials is on the A301 and A400, which makes the journey straightforward. Other places close to Seven Dials we cover include St Giles (1 mile north), West End (1 mile west), Soho (1 mile west), Covent Garden (1 mile east) and Chinatown (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Kensington (3 miles west), Walthamstow (7 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (13 miles west), Stockwell (3 miles south) and Orpington (13 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Metropolitan Borough of Holborn (within half a mile north-east) and Kingly Court (0.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Barnsbury Wood and Ludgate Hill.
- Schools near Seven Dials include Mercers' School (0.8 miles east) and London Nautical School (0.9 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include Two Brewers pub (under half a mile south-west)
- Local facilities include LSE Shaw Library (under half a mile east)
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Hosting at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
About the food
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
What affects the price in Seven Dials
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- How many people are eating
- Any minimum charge
- The day of the week
- The length of service
Larger groups normally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- A picture of the parking spot
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can fill in our quote form.
Common questions in Seven Dials
Could you trade in St Anne's Churchyard?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
What’s the nearest station to Seven Dials?
Tottenham Court Road station, in Seven Dials itself.
How much does a fish and chip van for your Christmas party cost in Seven Dials?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
When do Christmas bookings fill up?
Very early. December weekends and Fridays are the first to go.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before booking.
Perfect for your Christmas party in Seven Dials
Christmas dinner fatigue is real, so a chip van makes a nice change.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Seven Dials and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Staff Christmas parties
- Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons
- PTA Christmas events
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
Seven Dials is on or near the A301 and A400, so we can reach it easily in winter.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether there’s a minimum
- The van’s size and access needs
The process
The first sign we have arrived is generally the smell, about the time the first guests wander across. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. By about 3:55pm in late December, it’s dark in Seven Dials; park the van where there’s good light, and keep the walk short.
- First, tell us 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.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Share the timings for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
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A chip van compared with other options
Takeaway for a whole office arrives late and cold. The van fries on site. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why Seven Dials hosts choose us
- No surprises in your quote
- No kitchen needed
- All the chip-shop extras
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Looking after everyone
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- December Fridays go first: book early
- Ask about allergies on the party invitation
- Plan an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
Plan cover for the queue.
Christmas music near the van sets the mood.
- 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