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Christmas party fish and chips in Teasley Mead, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van for your Christmas party to Teasley Mead and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Festive open days
- Christmas markets and fairs
- Staff Christmas parties
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Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Teasley Mead
The Christmas season is short and busy, so ask as soon as you know yours. Popular choices include cod and chips, pie and chips and gravy, and typical bookings are for new Year parties and staff Christmas parties.
For a Christmas party near Teasley Mead, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Christmas catering near Teasley Mead
Teasley Mead is about 5 miles west of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. From the centre of Teasley Mead to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Teasley Mead is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 24 miles away.
If people are coming by rail, Ashurst Kent station, about 0.6 miles south-east, is the nearest station. Teasley Mead is within about 6 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
We cover Christmas parties in every part of TN3 and the streets around it. Local streets include Teasley Mead, Willetts Lane and Carriers Place; a Christmas party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. For Christmas parties just outside Teasley Mead, we cover Ashurst (1 mile south-east), Walter's Green (1 mile north-east), Stone Cross (1 mile east), Fordcombe (1 mile east) and Chiddingstone Hoath (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Sevenoaks (10 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (5 miles east), Tonbridge (7 miles north-east), Kings Hill (15 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (11 miles east) and Southborough (5 miles east).
A little further out are Bolebroke Castle (2 miles south-west) and Kent and Sussex Hospital (5 miles east). The countryside around Teasley Mead includes Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
- Nearby, you will find The Sussex Oak Inn (0.9 miles west)
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Agree the spot with the venue
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Book as early as possible for December
- Send allergies to us in writing
Send people out in groups.
A bit of festive music by the van helps.
Occasions we serve in Teasley Mead
It works for teams who cannot leave site.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Teasley Mead and Kent:
- Christmas family parties
- Work Christmas parties
- Club and society Christmas socials
- Lights switch-on events
Christmas fairs at a church such as All Saints can book the van as a hot-food stall.
What to look for in a quote
- How allergens are handled
- If the price includes VAT
- The van’s size and access needs
- Payment terms and deposit
What the van needs
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Is a fish and chip van right for your Christmas party?
A hog roast is popular at Christmas, but it’s one dish. A van offers fish, sausages and pies. The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Why us?
- No surprises in your quote
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- No kitchen needed
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Step by step
Here’s how the day normally runs: the van arrives and we set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and we serve hot from the hatch when you are ready to eat. At about 3:55pm in late December, it gets dark in Teasley Mead; light the path to the van.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear 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.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Make sure the van can get in
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
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Common questions in Teasley Mead
Is Teasley Mead too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Teasley Mead?
The closest is Ashurst Kent station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Children normally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
When do you arrive?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
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What affects the price in Teasley Mead
These are the factors that matter most:
- Cod, haddock or both
- The length of service
- The day of the week
- Travel, tolls and road charges
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The address or venue name
- Your date and serving time
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of where the van would go
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your Christmas party, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
About the food
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
- 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