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Christmas party fish and chips in Shawford, Hampshire
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Christmas party fish and chips in Shawford.
- Staff Christmas parties
- Festive family gatherings
- Club and society Christmas socials
Christmas party fish and chips in Shawford
Events we cater in Shawford
Christmas dinner fatigue is real, so a chip van makes a nice change.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Christmas family parties
- PTA Christmas events
- Depot Christmas treats
- Staff Christmas parties
Train travellers will want to know that Shawford has its own station, Shawford station.
Before booking anyone
- The cancellation terms
- When payment is due
- How allergens are handled
- Whether travel is included
About our Christmas party fish and chips in Shawford
It works for teams who cannot all leave at once, because service can be planned in waves. On the menu are pie and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce, and typical bookings are for club and society Christmas socials and new Year parties.
Near Shawford, country lanes are dark in winter, so let us know about access and lighting. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
Shawford in December: what to know
Shawford is about 3 miles south of Winchester, in Hampshire. People in Shawford book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We take the van to 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Shawford to Southampton (about 8 miles away).
A Christmas fair at Church of St Mary is just the kind of event a chip van suits. If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like Compton All Saints Church of England Primary School, hot fish and chips goes down well.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO21, and we can serve your Christmas party anywhere in it. That could mean a Christmas party at a home on Shawford Road and Pearson Lane, wherever the van can park. For Christmas parties just outside Shawford, we cover Compton (1 mile west), Twyford (1 mile south-east), South Down (1 mile south-west), Otterbourne (1 mile south-west) and St Cross (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (3 miles north), Eastleigh (4 miles south), Fareham (13 miles south-east), Andover (15 miles north-west), Totton (11 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (4 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find The Gurkha Museum (2.3 miles north) and Royal Hampshire County Hospital (2.7 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Twyford Down and Hockley Meadows.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Bridge Inn (under half a mile south-west)
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Next to a Christmas meal out, a van means no booking, no travel and no time off site. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We’ll send you a quote.
Why book our van in Shawford
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Bookings across Hampshire, including Shawford
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
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.
Shawford: your questions answered
Could you trade in St. Cross Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
What’s the nearest station to Shawford?
Shawford has its own station: Shawford station.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Do you do work Christmas parties?
Yes, with a level spot such as a car park and the site’s agreement.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
What can guests choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
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How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
These are the factors that matter most:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The length of service
- How many people are eating
- The minimum booking
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Your date and serving time
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where the event is
- A picture of where the van would go
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Before you choose a spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Shawford
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
How it works
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. In December, it’s dark in Shawford by about 4:00pm, so plan lighting for any party after mid-afternoon. A lunchtime party is the only one served in good daylight.
- You tell us the date, the venue or site, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- You get an access check and a clear quote.
- We agree arrival, lighting and the serving spot with you or the venue.
- We cook to order and serve from the hatch on time.
- We pack up when service ends and leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
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Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Think about a gazebo or covered doorway
- Confirm allergies by email
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
Afterwards, we pack up.
Hot drinks alongside make it even better.
- 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