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Christmas Party Fish and Chips in Rotherbridge
We bring a fish and chip van for your Christmas party across Rotherbridge and West Sussex, frying fresh at your venue.
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
- Festive family gatherings
- Club and society Christmas socials
A chip van near Rotherbridge
Rotherbridge questions
How far is Rotherbridge from London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London.
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Rotherbridge.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Will the weather be a problem?
We cook inside the van, so the weather does not stop us. Keep the van close to the door.
What time is best for food?
At the time you choose. Remember it’s dark by about 4pm in December.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
Can the van come to our work Christmas do?
Yes. Send us your date and site details as early as you can.
Christmas party fish and chips in Rotherbridge, fried fresh
Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons suit a chip van too, serving hot food on a chilly evening. On the menu are mushy peas, curry sauce and haddock and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater lights switch-on events and christmas socials for clubs.
For a Christmas party near Rotherbridge, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Where
- Rotherbridge (GU28)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Organising for someone else?
Having the party at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
Is a fish and chip van right for your Christmas party?
A Christmas party at a venue costs more per head. A van can be better value. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why book our van in Rotherbridge
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Something for guests to gather round
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Bookings across West Sussex, including Rotherbridge
See our prices page and the cost guide.
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.
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Why choose Christmas party fish and chips in Rotherbridge?
It is hot food on a cold day, served fast.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- PTA Christmas events
- Club and society Christmas socials
- Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Petworth Cof E Primary School, suit a chip van.
Comparing caterers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payment is due
- Allergen information for each item
Nearby places to Rotherbridge
What else we do in Rotherbridge
How it works
We do not cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it’s ordered, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. Sunset in Rotherbridge in late December is about 4:00pm, so plan lighting for any party after mid-afternoon. A lunchtime party is the only one served in good daylight.
- First, tell us about your Christmas party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Name one person we can call on the day
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What the van needs
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Rotherbridge
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Rotherbridge in December: what to know
Rotherbridge is about 8 miles south-west of Billingshurst, in West Sussex. In and around Rotherbridge, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Rotherbridge to Guildford (about 19 miles away).
Christmas fairs at a church such as The Parish Church of All Hallows can book the van as a hot-food stall. Train travellers will want to know that the closest railway station is Pulborough station, roughly 4.8 miles east of the centre. Rotherbridge is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
Here we cover the GU28 postcode area, so your Christmas party can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Kilsham Lane and Rotherbridge Lane, and the van can serve a Christmas party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. We also bring the van to Christmas parties in Petworth (1 mile north-east), Haslingbourne (1 mile east), Tillington (1 mile north), Upperton (2 miles north) and Hampers Green (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (15 miles north-east), Worthing (14 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (11 miles south-west), Littlehampton (12 miles south) and Rustington (12 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Lodsworth Castle (2.1 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (0.5 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Bignor Hill and Graffham Common.
Planning for dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Tell facilities or the venue about the van
- Collect allergies in advance
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Have a back-up for special diets
We arrive in good time and set up in a lit spot.
A bit of festive music by the van helps.
What comes out of the fryer
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
- 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