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Corporate Fish and Chip Catering for St Helen's events
Corporate fish and chip catering in St Helen's: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Open days
- Friday lunch treats
- Retirement and leaving lunches
Fresh fish and chips in St Helen's
About our corporate fish and chip catering in St Helen's
We keep the menu short so a lunch break is enough: the classics, done properly. Popular choices include sausage and chips, pie and chips and haddock and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater end-of-project celebrations and retirement send-offs.
Teams near St Helen's frequently go for a lunch in the yard or car park. Tell us about the site and access. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
- Where
- St Helen's (TN34, TN37)
- County
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your team in St Helen's
Which station is closest to St Helen's?
Ore station, about 0.8 miles south-east of the centre.
Can the van park in Old Roar Gill and Coronation Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is usually simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
What will facilities need from you?
Sites vary, so ask facilities for their list and pass it on.
How much does a fish and chip van for your team cost in St Helen's?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Before you choose a spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A short walk from the party
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Staff lunches
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
How it works
We get there well before service, park the van and get the fryers going. Staff typically gather round the hatch as soon as we open. For an end-of-day event in St Helen's, summer gives you light until about 9:15pm; in late May, sunset is around 8:45pm.
- First, tell us about your staff event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your staff.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Plan where the queue will stand
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
Places near St Helen's
More for events in St Helen's
Staff lunches in St Helen's: access and travel
St Helen's is about 1 mile north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. People in St Helen's book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. St Helen's is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from St Helen's to Brighton (31 miles away).
St Helen's sits roughly 52 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard. The coast is within about 2 miles, so a chip van lunch feels like a day at the seaside.
For staff events in TN34 and TN37, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many staff. That could mean a staff event at a home on Park Avenue, Keppel Road and Down's Road, wherever the van can park. We also bring the van to staff events in Blacklands (1 mile south), Hastings (1 mile south-west), Silverhill (1 mile south-west), Belmont (1 mile south-east) and Hollington (1 mile west). Further out, we also take the van to Eastbourne (14 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (5 miles west), Hailsham (14 miles west), Polegate (15 miles west), Old Town (15 miles south-west) and Heathfield (15 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Priory Meadow Shopping Centre (1.2 miles south) and Hastings Old Town Hall Museum (1.3 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Church Wood and Robsack Wood and Senlac Hill.
- Schools near St Helen's include William Parker Sports College (within half a mile west) and University School (1.3 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Duke pub (0.9 miles west)
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your staff instead.
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.
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Ask facilities about access
- Put allergy details in writing
- Share the shift pattern
- Have a back-up for special diets
When service is finished, we pack up.
A simple pre-order helps us plan.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Office caterers bring cold buffets. A van serves hot food to order. The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Why book with us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No surprises in your quote
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
Take a look at how we price or what a fish and chip van costs.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The date and time of year
- How long we serve
- Whether a minimum applies
- How easy the site is to reach
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- Your date and serving time
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The spot you have in mind for the van
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. To send them, use our quote form.
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger staff and fish-dodgers.
Occasions we serve in St Helen's
Companies book a chip van because it is a treat that suits everyone, from the boardroom to the loading bay.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Retirement and leaving lunches
- Workplace fundraising days
- Warehouse, depot and site teams
- A monthly Fish Friday
For staff and visitors coming by train, the nearest station is Ore station, about 0.8 miles south-east.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- When final numbers are due
- Whether travel is included
- The cancellation terms
- 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