Brighton and Hove · England
Corporate fish and chip catering in Seven Dials, Brighton and Hove
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your team in Seven Dials.
- Project milestones
- Friday lunch treats
- Leaving dos
Planning an event in Seven Dials?
How our corporate fish and chip catering works in Seven Dials
We keep the menu short so a lunch break is enough: the classics, done properly. Typical bookings include summer team days and thank-you lunches for the team, with haddock and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
For businesses around Seven Dials, a staff lunch in the yard is easy to arrange. Let us know about the site. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Area
- Seven Dials (BN1, BN3, BN50)
- County
- Brighton and Hove
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Step by step
You’ll know we’re ready when the smell of frying drifts over, about the time the first staff wander across. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. Lunchtime staff treats in Seven Dials are in daylight all year round, but evening events need lights from about 3:55pm in December or 7:05pm in late September.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Preparing for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Keep space clear for staff at the hatch
How to get a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
Planning help
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Planning a team lunch in Seven Dials
Seven Dials is about 1 mile west of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. We cover Seven Dials as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We cover 30 places in Brighton and Hove, from the larger towns to small villages.
Within reach of Seven Dials are historic houses such as Royal Pavilion (0.7 miles south-east) and Preston Manor & Gardens (0.8 miles north). Estates and historic houses can make memorable settings for client events, but they generally set strict rules for vehicles. Commuters will know that Brighton station is in Seven Dials itself. With the South Downs National Park within about 7 miles, rural team days are easy to arrange. Within about a mile of the sea, fish and chips goes down well with any team.
We serve staff events across BN1, BN3 and BN50. Streets in the area include Dyke Road, Powis Road and York Avenue, and the van can serve a staff event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Seven Dials sits on or near the A2010, which makes travel to your staff event easy. Other places close to Seven Dials we cover include West Hill (1 mile south-east), Prestonville (1 mile north), Brunswick (1 mile south-west), Brighton (1 mile east) and Hanover (1 mile east). We also serve nearby towns such as Hangleton (3 miles north-west), Saltdean (5 miles east), East Saltdean (6 miles east), Roedean (3 miles south-east), Rottingdean (4 miles east) and Ovingdean (3 miles east). Seven Dials is among the bigger towns we cover in Brighton and Hove, with plenty of venues for staff events.
Other landmarks nearby include Montefiore Hospital (under half a mile west) and Brighton Transport Museum (0.6 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Newmarket Hill and Whitehawk Hill.
- Local schools include Stanford Junior School (under half a mile north) and The Drive Prep School (0.9 miles west)
- Nearby, you will find The Cow pub (less than half a mile south)
Places near Seven Dials
Also in Seven Dials
Where the van can park in Seven Dials
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- A spot near your staff
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Seven Dials
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Staff lunches
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we can’t meet
- Consider a pre-order list
- Collect allergies in advance
- Check with facilities where the van can park
When service is finished, we pack up and leave the car park tidy.
Cover near the van keeps the queue dry.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Cod, haddock or both
- How far we travel
- The minimum booking
- Parking and the way in
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Your date and serving time
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your team for your staff event in Seven Dials? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Working with your venue
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Questions from Seven Dials
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Could you trade in St. Ann's Well Gardens?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will confirm the rest.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your staff event and we will send a quote.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
What do you bring?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Can the van come to our open day?
We do. A chip van gives visitors something to queue for and talk about.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan service around it.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Corporate buffets are normally cold. A chip van serves hot food fresh from the fryer. The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Why book with us
- All the chip-shop extras
- Events in Seven Dials and across Brighton and Hove
- A quote that spells everything out
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Take a look at how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Why choose corporate fish and chip catering in Seven Dials?
People mix in the queue.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Project milestones
- Retirement send-offs
- Charity days
- Staff thank-you lunches
Seven Dials sits roughly 46 miles from central London.
Questions to ask before you book
- A clear list of what’s included
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How late numbers can change
- 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