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Christmas party fish and chips in Etchingham, East Sussex
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Christmas party fish and chips in Etchingham.
- PTA Christmas events
- Office Christmas parties
- Christmas family parties
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About our Christmas party fish and chips in Etchingham
A fish and chip van in the car park or outside the venue gives everyone a hot meal, without anyone leaving site. Popular choices include pie and chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for school and PTA Christmas fairs and end-of-year club parties.
In winter near Etchingham, we need firm ground and light, as fields are often soft. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu.
- Where
- Etchingham (TN19)
- Region
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Events we cater in Etchingham
It works for teams who can’t leave site.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Lights switch-on events
- Christmas family parties
- Christmas lunches for shift teams
- Office Christmas parties
For colleagues travelling by train, Etchingham station is in Etchingham itself.
Comparing caterers
- How allergens are handled
- The deposit and payment dates
- The cancellation terms
- VAT, if it applies
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Etchingham
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Questions from Etchingham
Is Etchingham close to London?
Roughly 41 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Etchingham?
Etchingham has its own station: Etchingham station.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we’ll confirm the rest.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before you book.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is normally simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
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.
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Choose a lit spot for the van
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Tell facilities or the venue about the van
- Flag any coeliac guests
Send people out in groups in the cold.
Festive lights by the van look great.
Step by step
We need a level, firm place to park the van, near your guests, which we agree with you beforehand. An afternoon Christmas party in Etchingham can start in daylight and finish in the dark, with sunset about 3:55pm; light the path to the van.
- You tell us the date, the venue or site, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check access and lighting at the spot and send a price.
- We agree arrival, lighting and the serving spot with you or the venue.
- We park up, heat the fryers and serve hot food on a cold day.
- We pack up when service ends and leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
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Takeaway run or book a van?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
About the food
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Nearby places to Etchingham
More for events in Etchingham
Planning a Christmas party in Etchingham
Etchingham is about 11 miles north-west of Hastings, in East Sussex. Whether your Christmas party is in the middle of Etchingham or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We serve all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex. We serve events right across the region, from Etchingham to Brighton (about 28 miles away).
If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like Etchingham Church of England Primary School, hot fish and chips goes down well. Christmas fairs at a church such as The Parish Church of St Nicholas and St Mary can book the van as a hot-food stall. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Etchingham; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
Here we cover the TN19 postcode area, so your Christmas party can be anywhere in it. From High Street, Oxenbridge Lane and Church Hill or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Nearby, we also serve Christmas parties in Burgh Hill (1 mile north-east), Hurst Green (2 miles north-east), Silver Hill (2 miles east), Cooper's Corner (2 miles north-east) and Ticehurst (3 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Hastings (11 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-west), Crowborough (12 miles west), St Leonards (12 miles south-east) and Uckfield (15 miles west).
A little further out are Ticehurst House Hospital (3.3 miles north-west). The countryside around Etchingham includes Bewl Water.
- Nearby schools include Robertsbridge Community College (1.9 miles south-east)
Working with your venue
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Organising a club, school or community event in Etchingham? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A cold buffet doesn’t feel festive. Hot food from the van does. The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why Etchingham hosts choose us
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- We cover Etchingham and the whole of East Sussex
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
- 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