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Christmas Party Fish and Chips in Iping
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 Iping.
- Club and society Christmas socials
- Lights switch-on events
- Office Christmas parties
Planning an event in Iping?
Christmas party fish and chips in Iping, fried fresh
A chip van is a welcome sight at a Christmas fair, with hot food for visitors in the cold. Whether it’s christmas lunches for shift teams and school and PTA Christmas fairs, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, curry sauce and cod and chips and more.
In a small place like Iping, December lanes are dark, so let us know about access and lighting. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and handed over as soon as it’s ready.
- Where
- Iping (GU29)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Should I sort the food myself?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
These are the factors that matter most:
- Your choice of menu
- Numbers
- How long we serve
- How far we travel
The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- 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, fill in our quote form.
Perfect for your Christmas party in Iping
There is no venue to book or taxis to arrange, because the van comes to you.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Iping and West Sussex:
- Christmas socials for clubs
- Festive family gatherings
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
- Christmas markets and fairs
Train travellers will want to know that the nearest station is Liphook station, about 5 miles north.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- If the price includes VAT
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- When final numbers are due
Iping in December: what to know
Iping is about 7 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Iping. Iping is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 19 miles away.
If you are organising a Christmas fair for a school like Stedham Primary School, hot fish and chips goes down well. If a church like Church of St Mary is running a Christmas fair, a chip van is a welcome sight on a cold evening. The South Downs National Park is within about 3 miles of Iping; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
Anywhere in GU29, we can fry fresh for your guests. Neighbouring places where we serve Christmas parties include Stedham (1 mile south-east), Minsted (1 mile south), Woolbeding (1 mile east), Bepton Common (2 miles south-east) and Midhurst (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (15 miles south), Chichester (11 miles south), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Billingshurst (15 miles east), Portfield (11 miles south) and Yapton (15 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Midhurst Museum (2.2 miles south-east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (2.2 miles east). The countryside around Iping includes Iping and Stedham Commons and Wheeler's Down.
- Schools near Iping include Midhurst Rother College (2.2 miles east)
Why choose a fish and chip van in Iping?
A big takeaway order rarely arrives hot. The van fries on site. Larger groups typically cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why us?
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- All the chip-shop extras
- Events in Iping and across West Sussex
- Something for guests to gather round
See our prices page and the cost guide.
What else we do in Iping
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
What the van needs
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A short walk from the party
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
Step by step
The first sign we have arrived is usually the smell. After that, it is a steady flow to the hatch. At about 4:00pm in late December, it gets dark in Iping, so put the van where there’s good light.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
How to prepare
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Allergies and dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Collect allergies in advance
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Put allergy details in writing
- Ensure the van and queue are well lit
Serving early, before the drinks flow, is frequently wise.
Paper hats and crackers on the tables add to the fun.
Iping questions
Which station is closest to Iping?
The closest is Liphook station, roughly 5 miles away.
How far is Iping from London?
About 46 miles from central London.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We will talk it through when we quote.
Can you trade at our Christmas fair?
We do. Tell us the date and pitch.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
What can guests choose from?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
- 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