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Christmas Party Fish and Chips for Lower Horncroft events
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Lower Horncroft.
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Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Lower Horncroft
A Christmas party does not have to mean another turkey dinner. Fish and chips from the van is warming, generous and a bit different. We’re frequently asked to cater school and PTA Christmas fairs and christmas lunches for shift teams, with curry sauce, mushy peas and pie and chips.
For a Christmas party near Lower Horncroft, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Lower Horncroft (RH20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Organising for someone else?
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Ask about your date in the autumn, or earlier
- Agree the spot with the venue
- Send round an allergy question
- Choose a lit spot for the van
For a work party, food early in the evening usually works best.
Fairy lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A clear area by the serving hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
Should I sort the food myself?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
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The process
Because we cook inside the van, rain doesn’t stop us. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. At about 4:00pm in late December, it gets dark in Lower Horncroft, so put the van where there is good light.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Let us know the serving time
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Clear the route for the van
Get a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
Related guides
Lower Horncroft in December: what to know
Lower Horncroft is about 10 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. For a Christmas party in Lower Horncroft, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We serve all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 20 miles away.
For colleagues travelling by train, Pulborough station, about 2.3 miles east, is the nearest station. A Christmas fair at Church of St Agatha is just the kind of event a chip van suits. Lower Horncroft is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
We take the van to Christmas parties all over RH20. Other places close to Lower Horncroft we cover include Coates (1 mile west), Fittleworth (1 mile north), Watersfield (1 mile south), Coldwaltham (1 mile south-east) and Bedham (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Horsham (13 miles north-east), Worthing (11 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (12 miles south-west), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Coates Castle (0.9 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (2.4 miles north-west). The countryside around Lower Horncroft includes Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Bignor Hill.
- Nearby schools include Lodge Hill Residential Centre (1.2 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Swan Hotel (0.5 miles north)
About the food
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Why choose Christmas party fish and chips in Lower Horncroft?
Christmas dinner fatigue is real, so a chip van makes a nice change.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
- Staff Christmas parties
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- End-of-year club parties
A winter fair at a school like Fittleworth CofE Village School gets dark early, so hot food from a van is popular.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether there’s a minimum
- The cancellation terms
- How much space the van takes up
Lower Horncroft questions
What’s the nearest station to Lower Horncroft?
Pulborough station, about 2.3 miles east of the centre.
Is Lower Horncroft close to London?
About 43 miles from central London.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
When do Christmas bookings fill up?
Ideally in the summer or early autumn.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Do you do work Christmas parties?
We do. Send us your date and site details as early as you can.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The day of the week
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How many people are eating
- How easy the site is to reach
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your Christmas party.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where the van would park
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The venue or postcode
- Expected numbers
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your Christmas party, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
- 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