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Christmas party fish and chips in Swanmore, Hampshire
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Christmas party fish and chips in Swanmore.
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
- New Year parties
- Festive open days
Planning an event in Swanmore?
Swanmore in December: what to know
Swanmore is about 6 miles east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. Bookings in Swanmore come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. We take the van to 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Swanmore to Southampton (9 miles away).
Christmas fairs at a church such as Church of St Barnabas can book the van as a hot-food stall. For anyone getting the train home after the party, the closest railway station is Botley station, roughly 3.7 miles south-west of the centre.
We take the van to Christmas parties all over SO32. Local streets include Church Road, Myers Close and Spring Vale; a Christmas party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Nearby, we also serve Christmas parties in Hill Grove (1 mile east), Upper Swanmore (1 mile north-east), Mislingford (1 mile south-east), Shirrell Heath (1 mile south) and Kingsmead (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (10 miles north-west), Gosport (10 miles south), Havant (10 miles south-east), Eastleigh (7 miles west), Fareham (6 miles south) and Horndean (8 miles east).
A little further out are Bishop's Waltham Museum (1.7 miles north-west) and Knowle Hospital (4.3 miles south). Open spaces near Swanmore include Beacon Hill and Bishops Waltham Branch LNR.
- Local schools include Swanmore College of Technology (within half a mile west)
Christmas party fish and chips in Swanmore, fried fresh
The Christmas season is short and busy, so it pays to ask early. For christmas family parties and school and PTA Christmas fairs, we can cook curry sauce, cod and chips and gravy and more.
Around Swanmore, Christmas parties are frequently at home, the village hall or a club. We need firm ground and some light. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
A chip van compared with other options
A hog roast is popular at Christmas, but it’s pork only. A van offers fish, sausages and pies. Larger groups generally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why book our van in Swanmore
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Events in Swanmore and across Hampshire
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
A closer look at the menu
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.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Should I sort the food myself?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the Christmas party.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
How the day works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we have agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. Plan your Christmas party in Swanmore around the dark: sunset is about 4:00pm, so choose a lit spot near the door for the van.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party for your Christmas party in Swanmore? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
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Perfect for your Christmas party in Swanmore
Christmas dinner fatigue is real, so a chip van makes a nice change.
These are some of the bookings we take in Swanmore and Hampshire:
- Lights switch-on events
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- End-of-year club parties
- Christmas customer days
If you are organising a Christmas fair for a school like Swanmore Church of England Aided Primary School, hot fish and chips goes down well.
Before you book anyone
- The van’s size and access needs
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Any minimum charge
- Whether VAT is included
For planners, venues and organisers
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Any minimum charge
- The number of meals
- Access and parking
- Your choice of menu
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of where the van would go
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your Christmas party, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Towns and villages near Swanmore
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Common questions in Swanmore
How far is Swanmore from London?
About 61 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Swanmore?
The closest is Botley station, roughly 3.7 miles away.
What do you bring?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we will include them in the plan.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Can you come to our office Christmas party?
Yes, if there’s a suitable spot for the van and the site allows it.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we’ll advise.
Planning the van’s spot
We will be honest if a spot won’t work. The main points are:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- 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