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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Colwood
Fish and chip van for events in Colwood: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- Sports days
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Charity fundraisers and community events
Fresh fish and chips in Colwood
About our fish and chip van for events in Colwood
Country shows and field events suit a van, as long as there is a firm route onto the pitch. Whether it is festivals and club open days, we can cook cod and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas.
Near Colwood, events may be far from shops and cafés, so fish and chips goes down well. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Location
- Colwood (RH17)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
How it works
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Visitors will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. Summer fêtes in Colwood have long light evenings, with sunset about 9:20pm at midsummer, while a late-September show is dark by about 7:05pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Clear the route for the van
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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Why choose fish and chip van for events in Colwood?
It can feed crew and volunteers too.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- School fairs and sports days
- Fish and chip supper nights
- Summer fairs
Events in parks such as Leonardslee need permission from the council or landowner, and the van needs a firm route onto the pitch.
Before you book anyone
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Allergen information for each item
- Whether travel is included
- When payment is due
For event organisers in Colwood
Hosting at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Event catering near Colwood
Colwood is about 5 miles north-west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. People in Colwood book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Colwood is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Colwood to Brighton (13 miles away).
Events in and around the South Downs National Park, within about 8 miles of Colwood, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
Wherever your event is in RH17, we can fry fresh for your visitors, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Earwig Lane and Cross Colwood Lane, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. We also bring the van to events in Crabtree (1 mile north-west), Lower Beeding (2 miles north-west), Slaugham (3 miles north), Plummers Plain (3 miles north) and Monk's Gate (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Crawley (8 miles north), Horsham (6 miles north-west), Worthing (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (6 miles east), Burgess Hill (5 miles south-east) and East Grinstead (13 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include The Dene Hospital (3.8 miles south-east) and Cuckfield Museum (3.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Cold food stalls are fine on a hot day, but hot food is a draw when it is cool. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
What you get with us
- We cover Colwood and the whole of West Sussex
- Classic food your visitors already know
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
Space, access and the venue
We will be honest if a spot won’t work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
- Details of any power or water on site
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
DIY versus a fish and chip van
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
About the food
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Offer a choice of traders where you can
- Send us the pitch size and ground conditions
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Display allergens for each stall
If we are feeding volunteers, agree a time that suits the schedule.
A clear route for the van before the gates open avoids problems.
Colwood: your questions answered
Can the van park in Leonardslee?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
How far is Colwood from London?
About 35 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
What can visitors choose from?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will say what we need.
What do you need on the pitch?
Tell us the pitch size and ground, and we’ll check it works.
How much does a fish and chip van for your event cost in Colwood?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Nearby places to Colwood
More for events in Colwood
- 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