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Christmas party fish and chips in Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Shoreham-by-Sea and the surrounding area.
- Lights switch-on events
- Christmas lunches for shift teams
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
A chip van near Shoreham-by-Sea
Why choose a fish and chip van in Shoreham-by-Sea?
A cold buffet in December isn’t much of a treat. Hot food from the van does. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Why book with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Something for guests to gather round
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
Christmas party fish and chips in Shoreham-by-Sea, cooked to order
It works for teams who cannot all leave at once, with service timed to each group. We serve curry sauce, gravy and cod and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater warehouse and depot Christmas lunches and christmas fairs at schools.
Christmas parties in Shoreham-by-Sea are often at workplaces and clubs. A chip van needs a level, lit spot nearby. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Area
- Shoreham-by-Sea (BN43, BN15, BN42)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Shoreham-by-Sea: your questions answered
How far is Shoreham-by-Sea from London?
About 46 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to Shoreham-by-Sea?
Shoreham-By-Sea station, in Shoreham-by-Sea itself.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Will the weather be a problem?
The van copes fine. Plan cover and lighting for the queue.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Parking and the way in
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The minimum booking
- How long we serve
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
What we need to know
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The address or venue name
- Where the van would park
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party for your Christmas party in Shoreham-by-Sea? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. To contact us, use our quote form.
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and it’s a favourite with children.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Perfect for your Christmas party in Shoreham-by-Sea
It is hot food on a cold day, served fast.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Office Christmas parties
- Warehouse and depot Christmas lunches
- Lights switch-on events
- PTA Christmas events
A Christmas fair at St Mary de Haura Church is just the kind of event a chip van suits.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether there’s a minimum
- How much space the van takes up
- Payment terms and deposit
What happens on the day
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. Plan your Christmas party in Shoreham-by-Sea around the dark: the light goes at about 3:55pm, so a lit, sheltered spot for the van is essential.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for a quote
Still finalising the details? No problem: tell us the basics about your Christmas party, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
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Where the van can park in Shoreham-by-Sea
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
Towns and villages near Shoreham-by-Sea
Other occasions in Shoreham-by-Sea
Christmas parties in Shoreham-by-Sea: local tips
Shoreham-by-Sea is about 4 miles west of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. We park up at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Shoreham-by-Sea and the surrounding area. 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 6 miles away.
The A27 and A259 make Shoreham-by-Sea easy to reach on a dark winter evening. If you are organising a Christmas fair for a school like Buckingham Park Primary School, hot fish and chips goes down well. The coast is within about a mile of Shoreham-by-Sea, and winter sea winds can be bitter.
Wherever your Christmas party is in BN43, BN15 and BN42, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your Christmas party is on Adelaide Square, High Street and Rainbow Square or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Being close to the A27 and A259, Shoreham-by-Sea is simple for us to get to for your Christmas party. If your venue is just outside Shoreham-by-Sea, we also cover Old Shoreham (1 mile west), Kingston by Sea (1 mile east), Adur (1 mile north-west), Southwick (2 miles east) and Portslade (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Worthing (6 miles west), Haywards Heath (14 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles north-east), Littlehampton (12 miles west), Rustington (11 miles west) and Storrington (10 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Southlands Hospital (0.6 miles north-east). Within reach you will find Thundersbarrow Hill and Shoreham Beach.
- Nearby schools include Shoreham College (1 mile east) and Shoreham Academy (1.1 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Crabtree pub (within half a mile south-west)
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Collect allergies in advance
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Ensure the van and queue are well lit
Stagger groups so the queue stays short.
Paper hats and crackers on the tables add to the fun.
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
- 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