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Christmas Party Fish and Chips in Friston
Bring the chip shop to your Christmas party in Friston. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- New Year parties
- PTA Christmas events
- Work Christmas parties
A chip van near Friston
What comes out of the fryer
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, great with chips and sausages.
Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Friston
Everything is fried inside the van, so the weather does not stop service. We’re frequently asked to cater christmas fairs at schools and end-of-year customer events, serving curry sauce, mushy peas and pie and chips.
At a festive party in Friston, the van on the drive goes down well. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Location
- Friston (BN20)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Before you choose a spot
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
Places near Friston
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Occasions we serve in Friston
The van keeps cooking in any weather.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- New Year parties
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
- Christmas fairs at schools
- Christmas family parties
For colleagues travelling by train, the closest railway station is Eastbourne station, roughly 3.2 miles east of the centre.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The van’s size and access needs
- The cancellation terms
- VAT, if it applies
Diets, allergies and planning
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Ask about allergies on the party invitation
- Have a back-up for special diets
- December Fridays go first: book early
- Tell facilities or the venue about the van
Keep the walk from the door to the van short.
Paper hats and crackers on the tables add to the fun.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
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.
Friston in December: what to know
Friston is about 4 miles south-west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. We serve Christmas parties at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Friston. We cover all 289 towns and villages in East Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 16 miles away.
Christmas fairs at a church such as The Parish Church of St Simon and St Jude can book the van as a hot-food stall. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Friston; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning. The coast is within about 4 miles of Friston, and winter sea winds can be bitter, so plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Here we cover the BN20 postcode area, so your Christmas party can be anywhere in it. From Dene Side, Dene Close and Michel Close or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. For Christmas parties just outside Friston, we cover East Dean (1 mile south-west), Birling Gap (1 mile south), Jevington (2 miles north), Old Town (3 miles east) and Meads (3 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Eastbourne (4 miles north-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (13 miles north-east), Seaford (4 miles west), Lewes (12 miles north-west), Hailsham (7 miles north) and Uckfield (15 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Eastbourne District General Hospital (3 miles north-east) and Filching Manor And Motor Museum (3 miles north). The countryside around Friston includes Combe Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Tiger Inn (within half a mile south-west)
Common questions in Friston
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is Friston close to London?
About 53 miles from central London, and well within our area.
When should we eat?
Food early on is usually wise. For a lunch, tell us your break time.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Can you cater for allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
How much does a fish and chip van for your Christmas party cost in Friston?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you cover Friston?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Friston. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Parking and the way in
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Whether a minimum applies
- The length of service
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The venue or postcode
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Rough numbers for adults and children
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your Christmas party in Friston, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
How the day works
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we will adjust start times and pace. In December, it’s dark in Friston by about 3:55pm, so plan lighting for any party after mid-afternoon. Lunchtime is the brightest slot in December.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your Christmas party. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
Related guides
Why choose a fish and chip van in Friston?
A hog roast is popular at Christmas, but it’s pork only. A van offers fish, sausages and pies. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why book with us
- Classic food your guests already know
- We cover Friston and the whole of East Sussex
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- 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