Hampshire · England
Christmas party fish and chips in Upper Farringdon, Hampshire
We bring a fish and chip van for your Christmas party to Upper Farringdon and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Christmas markets and fairs
- Christmas customer days
- School and PTA Christmas fairs
Planning an event in Upper Farringdon?
Before you choose a spot
We’ll be honest if a spot won’t work, and help find another. What matters most:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
How our Christmas party fish and chips works in Upper Farringdon
Fish and chips is food everyone enjoys, which makes it ideal for a big, mixed group. Popular choices include gravy, haddock and chips and mushy peas, and we are regularly asked to cater end-of-year club parties and new Year parties.
For a Christmas party near Upper Farringdon, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key, as fields are often soft. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Towns and villages near Upper Farringdon
Other occasions in Upper Farringdon
Christmas catering near Upper Farringdon
Upper Farringdon is about 3 miles south of Alton, in Hampshire. Bookings in Upper Farringdon 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 cover all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Upper Farringdon to Guildford (about 20 miles away).
For anyone getting the train home after the party, the closest railway station is Alton station, roughly 2.8 miles north of the centre. Upper Farringdon is within about 8 miles of the South Downs National Park; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
Wherever your Christmas party is in GU34, we can fry fresh for your guests. From Church Road, Crows Lane and Gaston Lane or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Other places close to Upper Farringdon we cover include Farringdon (1 mile south-west), Lower Farringdon (1 mile west), Chawton (2 miles north), Hartley Mauditt (2 miles east) and Alton (3 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Basingstoke (12 miles north-west), Winchester (15 miles west), Fleet (13 miles north-east), Horndean (14 miles south), Aldershot (13 miles north-east) and Petersfield (8 miles south).
A little further out are The Romany Museum (2.1 miles south-east) and Alton Community Hospital (1.9 miles north). Open spaces near Upper Farringdon include Selborne Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find Rose and Crown Inn (within half a mile south)
How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Numbers
- The menu and how many choices
- The minimum booking
- The length of service
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your Christmas party.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Your date and serving time
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Where the van would park
- The venue or postcode
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Book as early as possible for December
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we cannot meet
- Think about a gazebo or covered doorway
- Choose a lit spot for the van
We arrive in good time and set up in a lit spot before the party starts.
A hot drinks station run by your team pairs well with the van.
Perfect for your Christmas party in Upper Farringdon
It feels festive without being formal.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons
- New Year parties
- School and PTA Christmas fairs
- Depot Christmas treats
Christmas fairs at a church such as Church of All Saints can book the van as a hot-food stall.
What to look for in a quote
- The van’s size and access needs
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- When final numbers are due
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
A closer look at the menu
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Takeaway for a whole office arrives late and cold. The van fries on site. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why Upper Farringdon hosts choose us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- All the chip-shop extras
- Quick service from the hatch
Upper Farringdon: your questions answered
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is Upper Farringdon too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
What time is best for food?
Early in the evening generally works best, before the drinks really flow. For lunchtime, we’ll work to your break.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
How it works
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we hold off cooking until you are ready, so nothing is cooked before it’s needed. At about 4:00pm in late December, it gets dark in Upper Farringdon, so put the van where there is good light.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- 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.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Clear the route for the van
Get a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
- 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