Hampshire · England
Christmas party fish and chips in Totton, Hampshire
Looking for a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Totton? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Depot Christmas treats
- Staff Christmas parties
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
A chip van near Totton
Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Totton
A Christmas party does not have to mean another turkey dinner. Fish and chips from the van is warming, generous and a bit different. Popular choices include pie and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas, and we’re regularly asked to cater family Christmas get-togethers and christmas socials for clubs.
Christmas parties in Totton are often at workplaces and clubs. A chip van needs a level, lit spot nearby. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Totton: your questions answered
Can you serve near the sea around Totton?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind doesn’t affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Do you come to venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
Will the weather be a problem?
We cook inside the van, so the weather doesn’t stop us. Plan a short, lit route from the door to the hatch.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
When do Christmas bookings fill up?
Very early. Fridays in December book up first.
What can guests choose from?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
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.
Christmas catering near Totton
Totton is about 5 miles west of Southampton, in Hampshire. Give us the address of your Christmas party in Totton, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. We take the van to all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire.
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Abbotswood Junior School, suit a chip van. For colleagues travelling by train, Totton station, about 1 mile east, is the nearest station. The New Forest National Park is within about 5 miles of Totton; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning. The coast is within about 5 miles of Totton, and winter sea winds can be bitter.
For Christmas parties in SO40, we just need to know where the van can park. Local streets include High Street, Station Road South and Tedder Way; a Christmas party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Totton is on the A35 and A36, which makes the journey straightforward. Other places close to Totton we cover include Ashurst Bridge (1 mile south-west), Hounsdown (1 mile south), Netley Marsh (1 mile west), Hillstreet (2 miles north) and Woodlands (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (13 miles north-east), Eastleigh (8 miles north-east), Fareham (14 miles east), Chandler's Ford (7 miles north-east), Hedge End (9 miles east) and Lymington (11 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Tatchbury Mount Hospital (1.3 miles north-west) and Eling Experience (0.8 miles east). The countryside around Totton includes Testwood Lakes.
- Schools near Totton include Hounsdown School (1.1 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Cross Keys Public House (0.8 miles east)
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Ask about your date in the autumn, or earlier
- Collect allergies in advance
Keep the walk from the door to the van short.
Some teams collect for a local charity on the day.
Is a fish and chip van right for your Christmas party?
For a Christmas party that feels a bit different, a fish and chip van is a great choice. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What you get with us
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- All the chip-shop extras
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Your choice of menu
- Service time
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The date and time of the event
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party for your Christmas party in Totton? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your Christmas party in Totton. Sunset in Totton in late December is about 4:00pm, so even a late-afternoon Christmas party needs lighting by the van and the queue. Lunchtime is the brightest slot in December.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Before we arrive
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Make sure the van can get in
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Getting a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your Christmas party, and we will check the date and send a price.
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Events we cater in Totton
No restaurant booking, no taxis.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- End-of-year club parties
- Christmas markets and fairs
- Work Christmas parties
- Christmas fairs at schools
Christmas fairs at a church such as Church of St Winfred can book the van as a hot-food stall.
Comparing caterers
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payment is due
- If the price includes VAT
- When final numbers are due
Where the van can park in Totton
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A short walk from the party
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- 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