East Sussex · England
Christmas Party Fish and Chips for Five Ashes events
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Five Ashes and the surrounding area.
- Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- End-of-year customer events
Book the van in Five Ashes
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Ask about your date in the autumn, or earlier
- Send round an allergy question
- Plan cover for the queue
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
We arrive in good time and set up in a lit spot.
A charity collection for a local food bank is a nice touch.
How our Christmas party fish and chips works in Five Ashes
It works for teams who can’t all leave at once, with service timed to each group. Typical bookings include staff Christmas parties and depot Christmas treats, with haddock and chips, pie and chips and curry sauce.
In winter near Five Ashes, we need firm ground and light. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your Christmas party, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
- Where
- Five Ashes (TN20)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
FAQs for Five Ashes
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 will follow the site rules.
Do you come out to small places like Five Ashes?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a picture if you can.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before you book.
How fast is service?
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 service around it.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Where do you take the van?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Should I sort the food myself?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The number of meals
- How long we serve
- Your choice of menu
- How easy the site is to reach
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your Christmas party is.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where the van would park
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- A picture of where the van would go
- The address or venue name
Each quote is put together for your Christmas party. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability right away.
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it is lovely with a pie.
Perfect for your Christmas party in Five Ashes
It suits shift teams who cannot all go out together.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Lights switch-on events
- Festive family gatherings
- Christmas socials for clubs
- Festive open days
A Christmas fair at Church of the Good Shepherd is just the kind of event a chip van suits.
Questions to ask before booking
- How much space the van takes up
- If the price includes VAT
- Payment terms and deposit
- What the price includes, item by item
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Five Ashes
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it’s needed. In December, it’s dark in Five Ashes by about 3:55pm, so plan lighting for any party after mid-afternoon. A lunchtime party is the only one served in good daylight.
- We start with a few details about your Christmas party.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Ensure the van can get in
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Ask for a quote
Planning a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Five Ashes? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Why choose a fish and chip van in Five Ashes?
Venue Christmas packages add up. A van can be better value. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- We cover Five Ashes and the whole of East Sussex
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Five Ashes in December: what to know
Five Ashes is about 4 miles south-east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Whether your Christmas party is in the middle of Five Ashes or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Five Ashes is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 19 miles away.
If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like Five Ashes CofE Primary School, hot fish and chips goes down well. If people are coming by rail, Crowborough station, about 3.3 miles north-west, is the nearest station. Five Ashes is within about 3 miles of the High Weald National Landscape; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
This part of East Sussex takes in TN20, so your Christmas party can be anywhere in it. From Westfield Close, Leeds Lane and Spring Lane or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. If your venue is just outside Five Ashes, we also cover Skippers Hill (1 mile north), Butcher's Cross (1 mile north), Woolbridge (1 mile north-east), Wellbrook (1 mile north-east) and Mayfield (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (15 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south-east), Lewes (13 miles south-west), Hailsham (10 miles south), Crowborough (4 miles north-west) and Uckfield (6 miles south-west).
A little further out are Tickerage Castle (3.8 miles south-west) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (4.3 miles north-west). Open spaces near Five Ashes include Selwyns Wood.
- Local schools include Skippers Hill Manor School (within half a mile north)
- Nearby, you will find The Five Ashes Inn (within half a mile south-west)
Places near Five Ashes
Other occasions in Five Ashes
- 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