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Christmas party fish and chips in Southwick, West Sussex
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your Christmas party in Southwick. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Depot Christmas treats
- School and PTA Christmas fairs
- Christmas markets and fairs
Fresh fish and chips in Southwick
Before you choose a spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
About our Christmas party fish and chips in Southwick
For a family gathering over Christmas, the van can come to you, if the date suits. For christmas customer days and family Christmas get-togethers, we’ll put together a menu of pie and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas and more.
For a Christmas get-together near Southwick, the van on the drive goes down well. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Where
- Southwick (BN42, BN41, BN43)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Places near Southwick
What else we do in Southwick
Christmas catering near Southwick
Southwick is about 2 miles east of Shoreham-by-Sea, in West Sussex. We cover Southwick as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We take the van to 371 places in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages.
For anyone getting the train home after the party, Southwick station is in Southwick itself. A winter fair at a school like Eastbrook Primary Academy gets dark early, so hot food from a van is popular. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Southwick, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route. The coast is within about 2 miles of Southwick, and winter sea winds can be bitter, so plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Here we cover the BN42, BN41 and BN43 postcode area. Streets in the area include Station Road, Roman Crescent and Southwick Street, and the van can serve a Christmas party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. You’ll find Southwick on the A259 and A270, which makes the journey straightforward. Neighbouring places where we serve Christmas parties include Kingston by Sea (1 mile north-west), Portslade (1 mile north-east), Shoreham-by-Sea (2 miles west), Hangleton (2 miles north-east) and Old Shoreham (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (7 miles west), Haywards Heath (13 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles north-east), Littlehampton (13 miles west), Lancing (4 miles west) and Rustington (12 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Southlands Hospital (1 mile west) and Churchill Square (4 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Shoreham Beach and Thundersbarrow Hill.
- Nearby schools include Shoreham Academy (0.5 miles west) and Shoreham College (0.6 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Ship Inn (less than half a mile south)
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Organising a club, school or community event in Southwick? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Southwick: your questions answered
What about events near the coast?
Yes. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Can the van park in Benfield Hill?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including West Sussex. Find your area.
Can the van park on grass?
Typically, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
How much does a fish and chip van for your Christmas party cost in Southwick?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Do you come to Southwick?
We do. Southwick is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
How the day works
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. By about 3:55pm in late December, it is dark in Southwick; choose a lit spot near the door for the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Make sure the van can get in
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Your choice of menu
- The length of service
- Any minimum charge
- How many people are eating
Larger groups typically cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
The more we know about your Christmas party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A photo of the space and the way in
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
What comes out of the fryer
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Perfect for your Christmas party in Southwick
It feels festive without being formal.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Southwick, people book us for occasions like:
- End-of-year customer events
- End-of-year club parties
- Staff Christmas parties
- Lights switch-on events
The A259 and A270 make Southwick easy to reach on a dark winter evening.
What to look for in a quote
- The deadline for final numbers
- The deposit and payment dates
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether there’s a minimum
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A cold buffet in December isn’t much of a treat. Hot fish and chips is. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
Why Southwick hosts choose us
- A quote that spells everything out
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- A menu almost everyone likes
- All the chip-shop extras
Take a look at our prices page and what a fish and chip van costs.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
- 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