West Sussex · England
Corporate Fish and Chip Catering for West Hoathly events
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for your team in West Hoathly.
- End-of-project celebrations
- Charity days
- Retirement send-offs
A chip van near West Hoathly
Corporate fish and chip catering for your staff event in West Hoathly
It works for customer events and open days as well: people gather at the van and linger. Whether it is a monthly Fish Friday and retirement and leaving lunches, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas for your guests.
For farms and rural sites near West Hoathly, a chip van brings a hot lunch to wherever the team is. Tell us about access. You will know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
- Location
- West Hoathly (RH19)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
West Hoathly questions
Is West Hoathly 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.
Which station is closest to West Hoathly?
East Grinstead station, about 3.7 miles north-east of the centre.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac staff in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
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.
West Hoathly for staff days and team lunches
West Hoathly is about 4 miles south-west of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. People in West Hoathly book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. West Hoathly is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 17 miles away.
For colleagues arriving by train, East Grinstead station, about 3.7 miles north-east, is the nearest station. Within reach of West Hoathly are historic houses such as Priest House (under half a mile south-west) and Gravetye Manor (0.8 miles north). Estates and historic houses can make memorable settings for client events, but they usually set strict rules for vehicles. With the High Weald National Landscape within about 4 miles, rural team days are easy to arrange.
We take the van to staff events all over the RH19 postcode area and the streets around it. We can serve a staff event on streets such as Hilltop Road, Sandy Lane and North Lane or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. We also bring the van to staff events in Sharpthorne (1 mile east), Selsfield Common (1 mile north-west), Highbrook (2 miles south), Little London (2 miles south-west) and Ardingly (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Crawley (6 miles west), Horsham (12 miles west), Haywards Heath (6 miles south), Burgess Hill (9 miles south), East Grinstead (4 miles north-east) and Broadfield (7 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include East Grinstead Museum (3.8 miles north-east) and Waterbury Castle (2.8 miles south). Open spaces near West Hoathly include Hedgecourt Lake.
- Local pubs include The Fox pub (within half a mile south-east)
Towns and villages near West Hoathly
Also in West Hoathly
Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Why choose corporate fish and chip catering in West Hoathly?
People mix in the queue.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Warehouse, depot and site teams
- Customer days
- End-of-project celebrations
- Friday lunch treats
Central London is about 29 miles from West Hoathly, well within our area.
What your quote should include
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- When payment is due
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- The cancellation terms
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Tell us about coeliac staff specifically
- Check the site’s requirements for caterers
- Tell us exactly when each group can eat
- Ask facilities about access
After the last group, we pack up.
A sign in reception or a team message builds the excitement.
Food your guests will love
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
What happens on the day
The first sign we have arrived is normally the smell. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. Summer events after work in West Hoathly have light until about 9:20pm; in late May, sunset is around 8:50pm.
- Send us the date, site, headcount and break times.
- We check the site and send a price and any details facilities need.
- We arrange the van’s spot and arrival with the site.
- We cook to order for each group as they come out.
- We clear up and leave the site as we found it.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your staff event, and we’ll quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- How far we travel
- The menu and how many choices
- How many people are eating
- The date and time of year
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It’s worth asking early.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Expected numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of the space and the way in
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Taking the team out for a meal means booking, travel and time away from site. The van brings lunch to the team. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book our van in West Hoathly
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Classic food your staff already know
- Hot food handed straight over
Take a look at how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
- 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