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Christmas party fish and chips in Adur, West Sussex
Looking for a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Adur? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Festive open days
- Christmas socials for clubs
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
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How our Christmas party fish and chips works in Adur
For a family gathering over Christmas, the van can come to you. We’re often asked to cater depot Christmas treats and club and society Christmas socials, with cod and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips.
For a Christmas party near Adur, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
- Where
- Adur (BN43, BN15)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
A chip van compared with other options
Venue Christmas packages add up. A van can be better value. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your Christmas party.
Why book our van in Adur
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- A quote that spells everything out
- Bookings across West Sussex, including Adur
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Christmas parties in Adur: local tips
Adur is about 1 mile north-west of Shoreham-by-Sea, in West Sussex. From the centre of Adur to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We serve 371 places in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Adur to Brighton (7 miles away).
If a church like St Nicolas' Church is running a Christmas fair, a chip van is a welcome sight on a cold evening. If you are organising a Christmas fair for a school like The Sir Robert Woodard Academy, hot fish and chips goes down well. With the sea within about 2 miles, December breezes can be cold.
Anywhere in BN43 and BN15, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Steyning Road, Coombes Road and Mill Hill, and the van can serve a Christmas party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Other places close to Adur we cover include Old Shoreham (1 mile south), Shoreham-by-Sea (1 mile south-east), Castle Town (2 miles north), Kingston by Sea (2 miles east) and Southwick (3 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Horsham (15 miles north), Worthing (5 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (13 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles north-east), Littlehampton (11 miles west) and Rustington (10 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Steyning Museum (2.9 miles north-west) and Old Castle (4.9 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Lancing Ring and Mill Hill.
- Local pubs include Sussex Pad pub (0.9 miles south)
For event organisers in Adur
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
What the van needs
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- The date and time of year
- The menu and how many choices
- Access and parking
- Service time
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We’ll send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Where the event is
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Your date and serving time
- Roughly how many people, including children
Each quote is put together for your Christmas party. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
The process
The van turns up at the agreed time, parks where we agreed. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out right on schedule. In December, it is dark in Adur by about 3:55pm, so plan lighting for any party after mid-afternoon. A lunchtime party is the only one served in good daylight.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- 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.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, use our quote form.
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The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Plan lighting near the hatch
- Tell facilities or the venue about the van
- Let us know about coeliac disease
Plan cover for the queue.
Christmas music near the van sets the mood.
FAQs for Adur
Which station is closest to Adur?
Shoreham-By-Sea station, about 1.5 miles south-east of the centre.
Is Adur too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is grass a problem?
Generally, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, West Sussex included. See all areas.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Towns and villages near Adur
Also in Adur
Occasions we serve in Adur
Rain or shine, the fryers keep going.
These are some of the bookings we take around Adur:
- Festive family gatherings
- Christmas fairs at schools
- Lights switch-on events
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
For anyone getting the train home after the party, the closest railway station is Shoreham-By-Sea station, roughly 1.5 miles south-east of the centre.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether travel is included
- Allergen information for each item
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- The cancellation terms
- 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