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Christmas party fish and chips in Selham, West Sussex
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your Christmas party turns food into part of your Christmas party in Selham.
- Christmas socials for clubs
- Festive open days
- Depot Christmas treats
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Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Selham
A chip van is a welcome sight at a Christmas fair, with hot food for visitors in the cold. We serve mushy peas, haddock and chips and curry sauce, and typical bookings are for staff Christmas parties and festive gatherings after Christmas.
Near Selham, country lanes are dark in winter, so let us know about access and lighting. Timings are planned around your Christmas party, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
- Location
- Selham (GU28)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Christmas parties in Selham: local tips
Selham is about 8 miles south of Haslemere, in West Sussex. Christmas parties in Selham are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Selham is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Selham to Guildford (about 19 miles away).
Selham is within about 3 miles of the South Downs National Park; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
This part of West Sussex takes in GU28, so your Christmas party can be anywhere in it. For Christmas parties just outside Selham, we cover South Ambersham (1 mile west), River (2 miles north), Tillington (2 miles north-east), Upperton (2 miles north-east) and Rotherbridge (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (11 miles south-west), Littlehampton (13 miles south-east), Emsworth (14 miles south-west), Rustington (14 miles south-east) and Storrington (11 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Midhurst Community Hospital (2.9 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (2.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Graffham Common.
Nearby places to Selham
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Prices and what affects them
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The length of service
- Parking and the way in
- How far we travel
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What we need to know
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Planning a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Selham? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
Events we cater in Selham
The van keeps cooking in any weather.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Staff Christmas parties
- Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons
- Christmas customer days
- Festive family gatherings
Christmas fairs at a church such as Church of St James can book the van as a hot-food stall.
Before you book anyone
- When final numbers are due
- The van’s size and access needs
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Any minimum charge
Allergies and dietary needs
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Tell facilities or the venue about the van
- Keep the queue dry
- Ask about your date in the autumn, or earlier
For a work party, food early in the evening typically works best.
A charity collection for a local food bank is a nice touch.
Organising for someone else?
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Is a fish and chip van right for your Christmas party?
Hog roasts are a Christmas favourite, but it’s pork only. A van offers fish, sausages and pies. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why book our van in Selham
- A quote that spells everything out
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
How it works
The van turns up at the agreed time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts right on schedule. By about 4:00pm in late December, it is dark in Selham; park the van where there is good light, and keep the walk short.
- First, tell us about your Christmas party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Space, access and the venue
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Selham
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
Food your guests will love
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Common questions in Selham
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 will follow the site rules.
Is Selham too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
What do you bring?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Can the van come to our work Christmas do?
Yes, with a level spot such as a car park and the site’s agreement.
Do you do Christmas markets?
Yes, and hot food goes down well in December. Contact us with the date.
What time should the van serve at a Christmas party?
Food early on is usually wise, before the drinks really flow. For lunchtime, we’ll work to your break.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
- 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