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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Arlington, East Sussex
Fish and chip van for events in Arlington: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- School fairs and sports days
- Horse and dog shows
- Music and food festivals
Book the van in Arlington
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Burger vans are common at events. A chip van gives visitors something different. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why us?
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Bookings across East Sussex, including Arlington
- A quote that spells everything out
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
About our fish and chip van for events in Arlington
When there is hot food, people stay longer. Typical bookings include crew and volunteer catering and church fêtes, serving sausage and chips, cod and chips and curry sauce.
A fête near Arlington might be on a field with no mains power; tell us what’s available and we will plan around it. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
- Area
- Arlington (BN26)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Agree the terms in writing
- Ask traders for allergen information to display
- Agree who removes waste
- Send us the pitch size and ground conditions
Bins near the van help keep the site tidy.
A clear route for the van before the gates open avoids problems.
Step by step
We don’t cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. Winter fairs in Arlington are dark by about 3:55pm, so pitches need lighting; in late May there is light until about 8:50pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your visitors.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Getting a price
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
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Common questions in Arlington
Is Arlington close to London?
Roughly 47 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Arlington?
Berwick (Sussex) station, about 1.2 miles west of the centre.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
What if the weather’s bad?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Can you serve children?
Of course. Children usually love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac visitors when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
What do you need on the pitch?
Tell us the pitch size and ground, and we will check it works.
For event organisers in Arlington
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
What the van needs
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- What’s available on the pitch
- Confirmation the van can trade there
- A queue area clear of rides and games
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it’s on the menu.
Perfect for your event in Arlington
It’s a hot meal for helpers as well.
Whatever the occasion in Arlington, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Church fêtes
- Feeding event crew
- School fairs and sports days
- Club open days
If visitors are coming by train, Berwick (Sussex) station, about 1.2 miles west, is the nearest station.
What your quote should include
- What happens if plans change
- A clear list of what’s included
- Any minimum charge
- If the price includes VAT
What affects the price in Arlington
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- The length of service
- The minimum booking
- The date and time of year
- The number of meals
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your event.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The venue or postcode
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Also near Arlington
Other occasions in Arlington
Arlington events: pitches and permissions
Arlington is about 3 miles south-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We take a fish and chip van for your event to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Arlington. We take the van to 289 places across East Sussex. We serve events right across the region, from Arlington to Brighton (about 14 miles away).
A summer fête at The Parish Church of St Pancras is the classic setting for a fish and chip van. Events in and around the South Downs National Park, within about 4 miles of Arlington, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
We cover events in every part of BN26. Nearby, we also serve events in Wickstreet (1 mile north), Berwick (1 mile west), Wilmington (2 miles south), Selmeston (2 miles west) and Milton Street (2 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Eastbourne (6 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (6 miles south-west), Lewes (8 miles west), Hailsham (3 miles north-east) and Crowborough (14 miles north).
A little further out are Agricultural Museum (2 miles south) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (4.1 miles north-east). The countryside around Arlington includes Combe Hill.
- Pubs nearby include Yew Tree Inn (under half a mile west)
- 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