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Christmas party fish and chips in Steel Cross, East Sussex
Bring the chip shop to your Christmas party in Steel Cross. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Christmas markets and fairs
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- Christmas family parties
Book the van in Steel Cross
Common questions in Steel Cross
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
What’s the nearest station to Steel Cross?
Crowborough station, about 1.2 miles south of the centre.
Where do you take the van?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Steel Cross.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we will confirm what we need.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Is grass a problem?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
When should we book for December?
Ideally in the summer or early autumn.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Steel Cross
It works for teams who cannot all leave at once, because service can be planned in waves. For work Christmas parties and christmas markets and fairs, we can cook gravy, haddock and chips and sausage and chips and more.
In winter near Steel Cross, we need firm ground and light, as fields are frequently soft. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu.
- Where
- Steel Cross (TN6)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Is a fish and chip van right for your Christmas party?
Compared with a restaurant Christmas lunch, a van means no booking, no travel and no time off site. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your Christmas party is.
What you get with us
- A clear quote before you book
- All the chip-shop extras
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- We cover Steel Cross and the whole of East Sussex
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Perfect for your Christmas party in Steel Cross
It works for teams who can’t leave site.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Festive open days
- End-of-year club parties
- Christmas lunches for shift teams
- Lights switch-on events
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Beacon Academy, suit a chip van.
What your quote should include
- How many hours the van serves
- The deposit and payment dates
- Whether there’s a minimum
- The van’s size and access needs
Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A spot near your guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Steel Cross
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it is on the menu.
Nearby places to Steel Cross
Other occasions in Steel Cross
Festive bookings around Steel Cross
Steel Cross is about 1 mile north-east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We serve Christmas parties at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Steel Cross and nearby villages. We cover 289 places in East Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 21 miles away.
Carol services and Christmas fairs at churches such as The Parish Church of All Saints draw people who are glad of hot food afterwards. If people are coming by rail, Crowborough station is about 1.2 miles away. Steel Cross is within about 5 miles of the High Weald National Landscape; in winter, rural routes need a bit more planning.
For Christmas parties in TN6, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. From Hindleap Avenue, Payne Close and Vachery Street or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Close by, we cover Christmas parties in Boarshead (1 mile north), Crowborough (1 mile south-west), Jarvis Brook (1 mile south), Marden's Hill (2 miles west) and Friar's Gate (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Lewes (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (14 miles south), Uckfield (7 miles south-west), South Malling (15 miles south-west), Heathfield (7 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south-west).
A little further out are Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.3 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Crowborough Country Park.
- Schools near Steel Cross include Sir Henry Fermor Church of England Primary School (0.8 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Boars Head Inn (0.6 miles north-east)
Step by step
Service is quick: everything is handed over hot from the hatch, and people can eat where they like. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. An afternoon Christmas party in Steel Cross can start in daylight and finish in the dark, with sunset about 3:55pm; light the path to the van.
- You tell us the date, the venue or site, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check the spot for the van and send a quote.
- We plan a lit, sheltered spot for the van and queue.
- We cook to order and serve from the hatch on time.
- We clear our spot and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your Christmas party in Steel Cross, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Service time
- How far we travel
- Cod, haddock or both
- The number of meals
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- The address or venue name
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can send us your details through our quote form.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
- 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