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Festivals, fêtes and school events in High Cross, West Sussex
We bring a fish and chip van for your event across High Cross and West Sussex, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Agricultural and country shows
- Village fêtes
- Crew and volunteer catering
Planning an event in High Cross?
About our fish and chip van for events in High Cross
When there’s hot food, people stay longer, which is good for every other stall. Typical bookings include summer fairs and feeding event crew, with sausage and chips, cod and chips and chips.
For a village fête or field event near High Cross, we can bring hot food to a field. Tell us about the ground and the way in. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- High Cross (BN6)
- County
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Occasions we serve in High Cross
It keeps people on site for longer.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In High Cross, people book us for events such as:
- Sports club events and race days
- Community festivals
- Country shows
- Church fêtes
School fairs, for a school like Albourne CofE Primary School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van.
What your quote should include
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- When payment is due
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- How much space the van takes up
Places near High Cross
What else we do in High Cross
Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Organising a club, school or community event in High Cross? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
Event catering near High Cross
High Cross is about 4 miles west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Across the BN6 area, we will come to your venue, home or workplace. We serve all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from High Cross to Brighton (9 miles away).
Church fêtes, at churches such as The Parish Church of St Bartholomew, are a natural home for a chip van. If visitors are coming by train, the closest railway station is Hassocks station, roughly 3.4 miles east of the centre. Within about 5 miles is the South Downs National Park, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
We take the van to events all over the BN6 postcode area. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Albourne (1 mile south-east), Albourne Green (1 mile south-east), Albourne Street (1 mile south-east), Blackstone (1 mile south-west) and Twineham (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Crawley (12 miles north), Horsham (10 miles north-west), Worthing (11 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (7 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (4 miles east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (8 miles south).
A little further out are The Dene Hospital (2.9 miles north-east) and Clayton Castle (3.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near High Cross include Wolstonbury Hill and Woods Mill.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
High Cross questions
What’s the nearest station to High Cross?
Hassocks station, about 3.4 miles east of the centre.
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you come to High Cross?
Yes, we do. High Cross is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Your choice of menu
- Distance and any road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
- How many people are eating
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The venue or postcode
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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:
- Details of any power or water on site
- A hard-standing or firm grass pitch
- Somewhere firm if it rains
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
- Tell us about any school or event allergy policies
- Send us the pitch size and ground conditions
- Settle the pitch terms early
At the end, we pack down and leave the pitch clean.
A sign at the entrance tells visitors hot food is available.
How the day works
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. For an evening event in High Cross, sunset is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- We start with a few details 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.
- We cook to order on the day for your visitors.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
- Name one person we can call on the day
Getting a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event for your event in High Cross? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
Read more
- 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