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Christmas party fish and chips in Ulcombe, Kent
We bring a fish and chip van for your Christmas party across Ulcombe and Kent, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Festive open days
- Christmas family parties
- Christmas fairs at schools
Christmas party fish and chips for Ulcombe events
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Make sure the van and queue are well lit
- Confirm allergies by email
- December Fridays go first: book early
A gazebo or covered doorway near the hatch helps on a wet night.
Paper hats and crackers on the tables add to the fun.
About our Christmas party fish and chips in Ulcombe
A Christmas party does not have to mean another turkey dinner. Fish and chips from the van is warming, generous and a bit different. For boxing Day and New Year gatherings and office Christmas parties, we’ll put together a menu of curry sauce, gravy and cod and chips for your guests.
In winter near Ulcombe, we need firm ground and light, as fields are frequently soft. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
For event organisers in Ulcombe
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
Nearby places to Ulcombe
Also in Ulcombe
Christmas catering near Ulcombe
Ulcombe is about 6 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. In and around Ulcombe, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. We serve 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Ulcombe to Canterbury (19 miles away).
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Ulcombe Church of England Primary School, suit a chip van. For anyone getting the train home after the party, Harrietsham station is about 2.5 miles away. Ulcombe is within about 4 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
Christmas parties anywhere in ME17 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. Your Christmas party could be at a house on The Street and Chapmans Place or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve Christmas parties include Fairbourne Heath (1 mile north-east), Eastwood (1 mile south-east), Kingswood (1 mile north-west), Chartway Street (1 mile north-west) and Broadstone (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (6 miles north-west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-east), Faversham (13 miles north-east), Kings Hill (11 miles west) and Davington (13 miles north-east).
A little further out are Sutton Valence Castle (2 miles west) and The Dog Collar Museum (2.3 miles north).
- Nearby, you’ll find The Harrow Public House (less than half a mile south)
What affects the price in Ulcombe
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- How long we serve
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The menu and how many choices
- Access and parking
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Where the van would park
- Your date and serving time
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, use our quote form.
Planning the van’s spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- A spot near your guests
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
The process
A typical booking goes like this: 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. December in Ulcombe means early darkness: sunset is about 3:50pm, so a lit, sheltered spot for the van is essential.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Ulcombe
Can the van go to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Ulcombe from London?
About 37 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including Kent. Find your area.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
How long will the queue be?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Why choose Christmas party fish and chips in Ulcombe?
No restaurant booking, no taxis.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Ulcombe, people book us for occasions like:
- Festive family gatherings
- Club and society Christmas socials
- Staff Christmas parties
- PTA Christmas events
If a church like All Saints Church is running a Christmas fair, a chip van is a welcome sight on a cold evening.
Before booking anyone
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether there’s a minimum
- When payment is due
- VAT, if it applies
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is generally simpler.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
What comes out of the fryer
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish 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