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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Eastbourne, East Sussex
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your event in Eastbourne and the surrounding area.
- School fairs and sports days
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Feeding event crew
A chip van near Eastbourne
Looking after everyone
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Display allergens for each stall
- Give us an idea of numbers
We arrive before the gates open to set up on the pitch, at the agreed time.
Pre-sold meal tickets can help at fundraisers.
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Eastbourne
Food is fried to order, so it’s hot and crisp. We are often asked to cater festivals and church fêtes, serving sausage and chips, curry sauce and cod and chips.
Eastbourne hosts all kinds of events, from fairs to festivals. A fish and chip van brings a queue. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Where
- Eastbourne (BN23, BN22, BN21, BN20)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Occasions we serve in Eastbourne
Rain does not stop the fryers, which matters at outdoor events.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- School fairs and sports days
- Country shows
- Sports tournaments
Events in parks such as Princes Park need permission from the council or landowner, and the van needs a firm route onto the pitch.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Allergen information for each item
- What happens if plans change
For event organisers in Eastbourne
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
What the van needs
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work, and help find another. What matters most:
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
- Space for a queue away from paths
- Somewhere firm if it rains
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Eastbourne
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
Places near Eastbourne
Also in Eastbourne
Takeaway run or book a van?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Community events around Eastbourne
Eastbourne is in East Sussex. Give us the address of your event in Eastbourne, and we will plan access and set-up. We serve 289 places across East Sussex. We serve events right across the region, from Eastbourne to Brighton (about 19 miles away).
Running a fête for a church like St Andrew? A chip van draws people in. For visitors coming by rail, Hampden Park station is about 0.7 miles away. Within about 6 miles is the South Downs National Park, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we work to the site rules. The coast is within about 2 miles of Eastbourne, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch, and fish and chips sells well by the sea.
Wherever your event is in BN23, BN22, BN21 and BN20, we can fry fresh for your visitors, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your event is on Vine Square, Ashford Square and Howard Square or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Main roads around Eastbourne include the A22 and A259, which makes travel to your event easy. For events just outside Eastbourne, we cover Hampden Park (1 mile north-west), Upperton (1 mile south-west), Old Town (1 mile south-west), Ratton Village (2 miles west) and Meads (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Hastings (13 miles north-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles north-east), Seaford (8 miles west), Lewes (14 miles north-west), Hailsham (6 miles north) and St Leonards (13 miles east). Being one of East Sussex’s larger places, Eastbourne has lots of places where the van can park.
Nearby you’ll also find Pevensey Castle (3 miles north-east) and Royal Sussex Regimental Museum (1 mile south-east). The countryside around Eastbourne includes Combe Hill.
- Local schools include Ratton School (1.1 miles west) and WMG Academy for Young Engineers (1.5 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The King's Arms Public House (0.9 miles south-east)
How it works
We need a level, firm place to park the van, near your visitors, and we agree exactly where before the day. Summer fêtes in Eastbourne have long light evenings, with sunset about 9:15pm at midsummer, but by late September the light goes at about 7:00pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Ensure the van can get in
Getting a price
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
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Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The number of meals
- Parking and the way in
- The menu and how many choices
- Whether a minimum applies
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Your date and serving time
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of the parking spot
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Eastbourne questions
What about events near the coast?
Yes. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Which station is closest to Eastbourne?
Hampden Park station, about 0.7 miles north-west of the centre.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac visitors in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We will talk it through when we quote.
What happens if it rains?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Visitors will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Can you feed our volunteers and crew?
Yes. Tell us how many and when, and we’ll quote.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is generally simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
The menu, dish by dish
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it’s on the menu.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
- 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