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Christmas Party Fish and Chips for Wivelsfield events
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Wivelsfield and the surrounding area.
- Lights switch-on events
- Festive open days
- Christmas socials for clubs
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About our Christmas party fish and chips in Wivelsfield
A fish and chip van in the car park or outside the venue gives everyone a hot meal. We’re frequently asked to cater christmas family parties and new Year parties, serving gravy, sausage and chips and cod and chips.
For a Christmas party near Wivelsfield, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
- Location
- Wivelsfield (RH17)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
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 are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Perfect for your Christmas party in Wivelsfield
No restaurant booking, no taxis, because the van comes to you.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- PTA Christmas events
- Christmas family parties
- End-of-year customer events
- Club and society Christmas socials
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Wivelsfield Primary School, suit a chip van.
Questions to ask before you book
- How late numbers can change
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether there is a minimum
- How many hours the van serves
Planning a Christmas party in Wivelsfield
Wivelsfield is about 2 miles east of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Anywhere in RH17, we can fry fresh for your guests. Wivelsfield is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Wivelsfield to Brighton (9 miles away).
For anyone getting the train home after the party, the nearest station is Wivelsfield station, about 1.4 miles west. A Christmas fair at Ote Hall Chapel is just the kind of event a chip van suits. Wivelsfield is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, where winter lanes can be dark and narrow, so tell us about the route.
Christmas parties anywhere in RH17 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. We can serve a Christmas party on streets such as Blackmores, Ditchling Road and Green Road or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Other places close to Wivelsfield we cover include Wivelsfield Green (1 mile east), Ditchling Common (1 mile south), Haywards Heath (2 miles north), Scaynes Hill (2 miles north-east) and Plumpton Green (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Crawley (11 miles north-west), Horsham (12 miles north-west), East Grinstead (12 miles north), Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-west), Lancing (14 miles south-west) and Broadfield (10 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include St Francis Hospital (1.6 miles north) and Burgess Hill Museum (1.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Wivelsfield includes Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Ditchling Beacon.
- Nearby schools include The Burgess Hill Academy (2.2 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include Royal Oak pub (less than half a mile south-west)
FAQs for Wivelsfield
Is Wivelsfield close to London?
About 37 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Wivelsfield 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 do anything other than fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll confirm what we need.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Children typically love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Wivelsfield?
For a Christmas party that feels a bit different, a chip van is hard to beat in Wivelsfield. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why book our van in Wivelsfield
- Something for guests to gather round
- Bookings across West Sussex, including Wivelsfield
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Where the van can park in Wivelsfield
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
For planners, venues and organisers
Hosting at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
These are the factors that matter most:
- Cod, haddock or both
- How many people are eating
- Distance and any road charges
- The date and time of year
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the event is
- A picture of where the van would go
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your Christmas party, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and children love it.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
How the day works
You do not need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your Christmas party. We handle the cooking and serving. Plan your Christmas party in Wivelsfield around the dark: sunset is about 3:55pm, so choose a lit spot near the door for the van.
- Send us your December date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the spot for the van and send a quote.
- We plan a lit, sheltered spot for the van and queue.
- We park up, heat the fryers and serve hot food on a cold day.
- We pack up when service ends and leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Make sure the van can get in
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Get a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your Christmas party, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
- 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