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Fish and Chip Van for Events for Balls Green events
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your event in Balls Green and across East Sussex.
- Village fêtes
- Music and food festivals
- Agricultural and country shows
Fish and chip van for events in Balls Green
Fish and chip van for events in Balls Green, cooked to order
Country shows and field events suit a van, if the ground is firm enough for vehicles. We are frequently asked to cater village fêtes and sports club events and race days, with cod and chips, chips and haddock and chips.
Near Balls Green, events may be far from shops and cafés, so fish and chips goes down well. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
- Where
- Balls Green (TN7)
- County
- East Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Fairs, fêtes and events in Balls Green
Balls Green is about 4 miles north of Crowborough, in East Sussex. From the centre of Balls Green to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We serve all 289 towns and villages in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 22 miles away.
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as The church of St Michael and All Angels, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola. For anyone arriving by train, Ashurst Kent station, about 1.7 miles north, is the nearest station. Within about 5 miles is the High Weald National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
We serve events across the TN7 postcode area. Close by, we cover events in Hartfield (1 mile west), Ashurst (2 miles north-east), Groombridge (2 miles east), Teasley Mead (2 miles north) and Stone Cross (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Crowborough (4 miles south), Uckfield (10 miles south), Heathfield (11 miles south-east), Wadhurst (9 miles east), Ridgewood (10 miles south) and Ringmer (15 miles south).
A little further out are Bolebroke Castle (1.8 miles north-west) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (3.8 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
The process
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your event in Balls Green. At midsummer, events in Balls Green stay light until about 9:20pm, which helps evening trading. Winter fairs, dark by about 3:55pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- It starts with your event and pitch details.
- You get our pitch needs and a quick answer on availability.
- We set up before the gates open.
- We trade from the hatch all event, frying to order.
- We pack down at the end and leave the pitch clean.
How to prepare
- Share the timings for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
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What the van needs
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Somewhere firm if it rains
- Access that avoids crowds
- Details of any power or water on site
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Perfect for your event in Balls Green
Rain does not stop the fryers, which matters at outdoor events.
Whatever the occasion in Balls Green, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Food for volunteers
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Country shows
- Fish and chip supper nights
PTAs at schools such as St Michael's Primary School frequently want one reliable hot-food stall.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- Payment terms and deposit
- When final numbers are due
- How much space the van takes up
A chip van compared with other options
Cold food stalls are fine on a hot day, but hot food brings people in on cooler days. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Why book our van in Balls Green
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
Balls Green: your questions answered
How far is Balls Green from London?
About 29 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small places like Balls Green?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Is grass a problem?
Usually, if it’s firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
How big a pitch do you need?
Send us the pitch details, and we’ll confirm.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Working with your venue
Hosting at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Balls Green? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
Nearby places to Balls Green
Other occasions in Balls Green
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Agree the terms in writing
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Offer a choice of traders where you can
- Give us an idea of numbers
Have a hard-standing back-up pitch in case the ground is soft.
A spot near the entrance or main ring works well.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
These are the factors that matter most:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Whether a minimum applies
- Access and parking
- Distance and any road charges
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
What to tell us
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The address or venue name
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A photo of the parking spot
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event for your event in Balls Green? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. To contact us, use our quote form.
- 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