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Christmas party fish and chips in Ifieldwood, West Sussex
Looking for a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Ifieldwood? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Christmas markets and fairs
- Office Christmas parties
- Christmas socials for clubs
Planning an event in Ifieldwood?
Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Ifieldwood
The Christmas season is short and busy, so ask as soon as you know yours. Whether it’s festive gatherings after Christmas and christmas socials for clubs, we can cook gravy, mushy peas and curry sauce and more.
For a Christmas party near Ifieldwood, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key, as fields are frequently soft. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
- Location
- Ifieldwood (RH11)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
About the food
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Is a fish and chip van right for your Christmas party?
Next to a Christmas meal out, a van means no booking, no travel and no time off site. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What you get with us
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- We cover Ifieldwood and the whole of West Sussex
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- All the chip-shop extras
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
Should I sort the food myself?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the Christmas party.
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.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Ifieldwood
Which station is closest to Ifieldwood?
The closest is Ifield station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
Is Ifieldwood close to London?
About 26 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What time is best for food?
At the time you choose. Plan lighting, as it’s dark early.
Can you trade at our Christmas fair?
Yes, it is a popular stall. Send us the details.
Can the van park on grass?
Normally, if it is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
For planners, venues and organisers
Having the party at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How far we travel
- The minimum booking
- The length of service
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of where the van would go
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The address or venue name
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party for your Christmas party in Ifieldwood? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Agree the spot with the venue
- Plan lighting near the hatch
- Send allergies to us in writing
A gazebo or covered doorway near the hatch helps on a wet night.
Some teams collect for a local charity on the day.
Christmas catering near Ifieldwood
Ifieldwood is about 2 miles north-west of Crawley, in West Sussex. People in Ifieldwood book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We cover 371 places in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 17 miles away.
For anyone getting the train home after the party, Ifield station, about 1.2 miles south-east, is the nearest station. If you’re organising a Christmas fair for a school like The Mill Primary Academy, hot fish and chips goes down well. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Ifieldwood; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
Wherever your Christmas party is in RH11, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We also bring the van to Christmas parties in Ifield (1 mile east), Russ Hill (1 mile north), Lambs Green (1 mile south-west), Gossops Green (2 miles south-east) and Bewbush (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Horsham (6 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (11 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (13 miles south), East Grinstead (10 miles east), Broadfield (3 miles south-east) and Billingshurst (12 miles south-west).
A little further out are Crawley Hospital (1.8 miles south-east) and County Mall (2.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Tilgate Lake.
- Nearby schools include Ifield Community College (1.3 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include Royal Oak pub (0.9 miles east)
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More for events in Ifieldwood
How it works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your Christmas party. In December, it’s dark in Ifieldwood 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.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Where the van can park in Ifieldwood
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- A short walk from the party
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- 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