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Christmas Party Fish and Chips for Blackboys events
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your Christmas party turns food into part of your Christmas party in Blackboys.
- Festive family gatherings
- Christmas customer days
- Office Christmas parties
Christmas party fish and chips in Blackboys
Blackboys in December: what to know
Blackboys is about 3 miles east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Tell us where your Christmas party in Blackboys will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We cover 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 16 miles away.
Blackboys is on or near the B2102, so we can reach it easily in winter. A winter fair at a school like Blackboys Church of England Primary School gets dark early, so hot food from a van is popular. Blackboys is within about 6 miles of the High Weald National Landscape; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
This part of East Sussex takes in TN22. Local streets include High Street, Mount Pleasant and Gun Road; a Christmas party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Blackboys is on the B2102, which makes the journey straightforward. Nearby, we also serve Christmas parties in Etchingwood (1 mile north-west), Framfield (1 mile west), Potter's Green (2 miles north-west), Buxted (2 miles north-west) and Hadlow Down (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (13 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south-east), Seaford (13 miles south), Lewes (9 miles south-west), Hailsham (8 miles south-east) and Crowborough (6 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Uckfield Community Hospital (2.6 miles west) and Sussex Farm Museum (3.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Blackboys include Selwyns Wood.
- Pubs nearby include Blackboys Inn (less than half a mile south)
Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Blackboys
For a family gathering over Christmas, the van can come to you, if the date suits. Whether it is office Christmas parties and depot Christmas treats, we can cook pie and chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips for your guests.
In a small place like Blackboys, December lanes are dark, so let us know about access and lighting. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Where
- Blackboys (TN22)
- County
- East Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Perfect for your Christmas party in Blackboys
The van keeps cooking in any weather.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
- Festive family gatherings
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
- Festive open days
Train travellers will want to know that Buxted station is about 2.3 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- Any minimum charge
- What the price includes, item by item
- How much space the van takes up
For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Agree the spot with the venue
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Have a back-up for special diets
- December Fridays go first: book early
Send people out in groups in the cold.
Christmas music near the van sets the mood.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the Christmas party.
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.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A big takeaway order rarely arrives hot. The van fries on site. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why us?
- No surprises in your quote
- A van that becomes part of the event
- We cover Blackboys and the whole of East Sussex
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Read how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
Blackboys: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Blackboys?
The closest is Buxted station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
When should we book for December?
As soon as you have a date, especially for a Friday.
Will the weather be a problem?
We cook inside the van, so the weather doesn’t stop us. Keep the van close to the door.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before you book.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Can the van park on grass?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Do you cater Christmas fairs?
Yes. Send us the event details and the pitch information.
What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Any minimum charge
- Access and parking
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The date and time of year
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A picture of the space and the way in
- The venue or postcode
- The date and when you’d like to eat
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, use our quote form.
What happens on the day
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can get on with your Christmas party in Blackboys. In December, it is dark in Blackboys by about 3:55pm, so even a late-afternoon Christmas party needs lighting by the van and the queue. A lunchtime party is the only one served in good daylight.
- 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, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Share the timings for the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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- 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