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Christmas Party Fish and Chips in Tonge
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Tonge and across Kent.
- Family Christmas get-togethers
- Christmas fairs at schools
- Christmas socials for clubs
Book the van in Tonge
Where the van can park in Tonge
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A short walk from the party
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
How our Christmas party fish and chips works in Tonge
It works for teams who cannot all leave at once, with service timed to each group. Popular choices include pie and chips, mushy peas and gravy, and typical bookings are for school and PTA Christmas fairs and family Christmas get-togethers.
In winter near Tonge, we need firm ground and light. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
Tonge in December: what to know
Tonge is about 2 miles east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Around Tonge, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground, close to your guests. We take the van to 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Tonge to Canterbury (14 miles away).
If you are organising a Christmas fair for a school like Sittingbourne Community College, hot fish and chips goes down well. If a church like Church of St Giles is running a Christmas fair, a chip van is a welcome sight on a cold evening.
For Christmas parties in ME9, we just need to know where the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve Christmas parties include Tonge Corner (1 mile south), Milton Regis (1 mile west), Murston (1 mile south-west), Radfield (1 mile south) and Kemsley (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles south-west), Ashford (15 miles south), Canterbury (14 miles east), Whitstable (11 miles east), Faversham (5 miles south-east) and Herne Bay (15 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (2.1 miles west) and Castle Rough (1.3 miles north-west).
How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Access and parking
- The day of the week
- The length of service
- The minimum booking
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your Christmas party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The venue or postcode
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the space and the way in
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your Christmas party, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Flag any coeliac guests
- December Fridays go first: book early
- Ask about allergies on the party invitation
- Plan an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
We park somewhere lit and get the fryers hot before the party starts.
A hot drinks station run by your team pairs well with the van.
What happens on the day
The van turns up at the agreed time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. By about 3:50pm in late December, it’s dark in Tonge; choose a lit spot near the door for the van, and keep the walk short.
- We start with a few details about your Christmas party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Give us a contact for the day
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your Christmas party. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
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A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and it is a favourite with children.
Tonge: your questions answered
Can the van park in Milton Creek Country Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them first.
What’s the nearest station to Tonge?
The closest is Teynham station, roughly 1.7 miles away.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we’ll advise.
How much does a fish and chip van for your Christmas party cost in Tonge?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Can the van come to Tonge?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Tonge and across Kent. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Will the weather be a problem?
The fryers are inside the van, so we carry on. Plan a short, lit route from the door to the hatch.
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. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Events we cater in Tonge
It’s relaxed and fun.
In Tonge and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Work Christmas parties
- Christmas customer days
- Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons
- School and PTA Christmas fairs
If people are coming by rail, the nearest station is Teynham station, about 1.7 miles south-east.
Before you book anyone
- Any minimum charge
- What happens if plans change
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- When final numbers are due
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
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. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Nearby places to Tonge
Other occasions in Tonge
- 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