West Sussex · England
Christmas Party Fish and Chips for Rustington events
We bring a fish and chip van for your Christmas party across Rustington and West Sussex, cooking to order on site.
- Lights switch-on events
- Staff Christmas parties
- School and PTA Christmas fairs
A chip van near Rustington
Christmas party fish and chips in Rustington, fried fresh
We plan winter events around the dark and the weather: a well-lit spot for the van and the queue, and a quick, organised service. Typical bookings include christmas fairs and lights switch-ons and family Christmas get-togethers, serving gravy, cod and chips and mushy peas.
In Rustington, festive gatherings tend to be at home or the hall. We need firm ground and some light. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will be straight with you about what we can do before booking.
- Area
- Rustington (BN16, BN17)
- Region
- 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
Christmas catering near Rustington
Rustington is about 5 miles west of Worthing, in West Sussex. Tell us where your Christmas party in Rustington will be, and we will plan the route and the parking spot before the day. We take the van to all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 17 miles away.
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards. For anyone getting the train home after the party, the closest railway station is Angmering station, roughly 0.9 miles east of the centre. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Rustington; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning. With the sea within about 2 miles, December breezes can be cold.
We take the van to Christmas parties all over the BN16 and BN17 postcode area and the streets around it. We can serve a Christmas party on streets such as Church Road, The Street and Station Road, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. With the B2140 close by, Rustington is easy for us to reach for your Christmas party. Other places close to Rustington we cover include Littlehampton (1 mile west), Toddington (1 mile north-west), Poling (2 miles north), Wick (2 miles west) and Lyminster (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (5 miles east), Bognor Regis (8 miles west), Chichester (12 miles west), Selsey (13 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles east) and Lancing (8 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Zachary Merton Hospital (within half a mile south-east) and Lyminster Siege Castle (3 miles north-west). Open spaces near Rustington include WWT Arundel and Highdown Hill.
- Schools near Rustington include The Littlehampton Academy (1.2 miles west) and Littlehampton College (1.2 miles west)
Towns and villages near Rustington
What else we do in Rustington
Space, access and the venue
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- A short walk from the party
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Planning for dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Tell facilities or the venue about the van
- Choose a lit spot for the van
- Put allergy details in writing
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
We park somewhere lit and get the fryers hot before the party starts.
Some teams collect for a local charity on the day.
Common questions in Rustington
How far is Rustington from London?
About 51 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can the van park in Mewsbrook Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you do work Christmas parties?
We do. Send us your date and site details as early as you can.
Can the van come to Rustington?
Yes, we do. Rustington is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Will the weather be a problem?
The van copes fine. Guests appreciate cover and a short walk.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we will tell you what we can offer.
Do you do Christmas markets?
Yes, and hot food goes down well in December. Contact us with the date.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
A closer look at the menu
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers, especially with curry sauce.
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your Christmas party in Rustington. Plan your Christmas party in Rustington around the dark: sunset is about 4:00pm, so a lit, sheltered spot for the van is essential.
- You tell us the date, the venue or site, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check access and lighting at the spot and send a price.
- We agree arrival, lighting and the serving spot with you or the venue.
- We park up, heat the fryers and serve hot food on a cold day.
- We clear our spot and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Have a level parking spot ready
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your Christmas party. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
Planning help
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Hog roasts are a Christmas favourite, but it’s one dish. A chip van gives a choice. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
Why book our van in Rustington
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Classic food your guests already know
- Hot food handed straight over
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
Take a look at our prices page and what a fish and chip van costs.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Any minimum charge
- The menu and how many choices
- Distance and any road charges
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Expected numbers
- Your date and serving time
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where the event is
Planning a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Rustington? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
For planners, venues and organisers
Having the party at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the 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