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Christmas party fish and chips in Kirdford, West Sussex
Christmas party fish and chips in Kirdford: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- PTA Christmas events
- Festive family gatherings
- Christmas markets and fairs
Christmas party fish and chips for Kirdford events
How our Christmas party fish and chips works in Kirdford
The Christmas season is short and busy, so ask as soon as you know yours. We’re frequently asked to cater end-of-year customer events and family Christmas get-togethers, serving curry sauce, pie and chips and mushy peas.
For a Christmas party near Kirdford, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Location
- Kirdford (RH14)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Step by step
We work to your timings. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. In December, it is dark in Kirdford 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.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
How to prepare
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
How to get a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
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What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Is a fish and chip van right for your Christmas party?
Takeaway for a whole office arrives late and cold. A van cooks on the spot. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Why book our van in Kirdford
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- No surprises in your quote
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A menu almost everyone likes
Read how we price and the cost guide.
Christmas parties in Kirdford: local tips
Kirdford is about 10 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. For Christmas parties in Kirdford, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. We take the van to 371 places across West Sussex. We serve events right across the region, from Kirdford to Guildford (about 15 miles away).
Train travellers will want to know that the nearest station is Billingshurst station, about 4.7 miles east.
For Christmas parties in RH14, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. Local streets include Oakside, Poplar Walk and Maple Drive; a Christmas party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. If your venue is just outside Kirdford, we also cover Mackerel's Common (1 mile north), Balls Cross (2 miles west), Wisborough Green (2 miles east), Plaistow (2 miles north) and Ifold (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Horsham (10 miles east), Littlehampton (15 miles south), Storrington (9 miles south-east), Billingshurst (5 miles east), Bewbush (15 miles east) and Angmering (15 miles south).
The countryside around Kirdford includes Shillinglee Lake and The Mens.
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Common questions in Kirdford
How far is Kirdford from London?
About 38 miles from central London.
Which station is closest to Kirdford?
Billingshurst station, about 4.7 miles east of the centre.
What happens if it rains?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
What does the van 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.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Book as early as possible for December
- Plan cover for the queue
- Collect allergies in advance
- Plan an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
A gazebo or covered doorway near the hatch helps on a wet night.
Christmas music near the van sets the mood.
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it is lovely with a pie.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Why choose Christmas party fish and chips in Kirdford?
By December, many people have had several Christmas dinners, so a chip van makes a nice change.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Kirdford book the van for occasions like:
- PTA Christmas events
- Work Christmas parties
- Christmas family parties
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
A Christmas fair at The Parish Church of St John the Baptist is just the kind of event a chip van suits.
What your quote should include
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Any minimum charge
- How allergens are handled
- Whether travel is included
- 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