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Fish and Chip Van for Events for Friar's Gate events
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your event in Friar's Gate.
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Horse and dog shows
Fresh fish and chips in Friar's Gate
Friar's Gate events: pitches and permissions
Friar's Gate is about 2 miles north-west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Bookings in Friar's Gate come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. We take the van to 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Friar's Gate to Brighton (about 20 miles away).
Running a fête for a church like St John's Church? A chip van draws people in. A school like St John's Church of England Primary School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day. Events in and around the High Weald National Landscape, within about 5 miles of Friar's Gate, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
We serve events across TN6. Nearby, we also serve events in Marden's Hill (1 mile south-east), Chuck Hatch (1 mile west), Crowborough (2 miles south-east), Steel Cross (2 miles east) and Mott's Mill (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Lewes (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (15 miles south), Uckfield (7 miles south), South Malling (14 miles south), Heathfield (9 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south).
A little further out are Bolebroke Castle (3.4 miles north) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Friar's Gate include Crowborough Country Park.
- Schools near Friar's Gate include Beacon Academy (2 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Half Moon Inn (under half a mile north)
How our fish and chip van for events works in Friar's Gate
Few things draw a crowd at a fête or festival like the smell of fish and chips. A chip van gives organisers a hot-food trader that almost everyone wants. For church fêtes and fish and chip suppers and horse and dog shows, we can cook curry sauce, haddock and chips and sausage and chips and more.
Near Friar's Gate, events may be far from shops and cafés, so fish and chips goes down well. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
- Location
- Friar's Gate (TN6)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Towns and villages near Friar's Gate
What else we do in Friar's Gate
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
The process
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we’ve agreed, and get on with frying and serving. At midsummer, events in Friar's Gate stay light until about 9:20pm, so evening trading usually finishes in daylight in high summer. For winter events, dark by about 3:55pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your visitors.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Friar's Gate, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Planning help
Who books fish and chip van for events in Friar's Gate?
It keeps people on site for longer.
In Friar's Gate and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Sports club events and race days
- Food for volunteers
- Church fêtes
- School fairs and sports days
If visitors are coming by train, Eridge station, about 3 miles east, is the nearest station.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Whether travel is included
- How late numbers can change
Why choose a fish and chip van in Friar's Gate?
Cold food stalls are fine on a hot day, but hot food brings people in on cooler days. 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.
Why book with us
- No kitchen needed
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Classic food your visitors already know
See our prices page and the cost guide.
What the van needs
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Agreement from the site for a catering van
- Access that avoids crowds
- A level, firm pitch the van can drive onto
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Cod and chips
Friar's Gate: your questions answered
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
What’s the nearest station to Friar's Gate?
Eridge station, about 3 miles east of the centre.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your visitors, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, East Sussex included. Find your area.
Can you cater for helpers?
We can. Give us numbers and a time.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Organising a club, school or community event in Friar's Gate? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
- Plan something for visitors we can’t cater for
- Plan crew and volunteer food times
- Send us the pitch size and ground conditions
We arrive before the gates open to set up on the pitch, at the agreed time.
Pre-selling meal tickets helps us plan.
What affects the price in Friar's Gate
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- The menu and how many choices
- The number of meals
- How far we travel
- The length of service
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where the van would park
- The address or venue name
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
- 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