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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Old Heathfield
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van for events in Old Heathfield.
- School fairs and sports days
- Community festivals
- Fish and chip supper nights
Fish and chip van for events in Old Heathfield
Step by step
The van turns up at the agreed time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out right on schedule. For an evening event in Old Heathfield, sunset is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your visitors.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
How our fish and chip van for events works in Old Heathfield
Few things draw a crowd at a fête or festival like the smell of fish and chips. Organisers get a trader almost everyone is happy to queue for. On the menu are curry sauce, cod and chips and mushy peas, and we are often booked for food for volunteers and community open days.
For a village fête or field event near Old Heathfield, a chip van brings hot food to a rural site. Ground and access matter, so tell us about them. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Location
- Old Heathfield (TN21)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Event catering near Old Heathfield
Old Heathfield is about 7 miles north of Hailsham, in East Sussex. People in Old Heathfield book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Old Heathfield is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 20 miles away.
If you’re organising a summer fair or sports day for a school such as Heathfield Community College, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. Within about 5 miles is the High Weald National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we work to the site rules.
For events in TN21, we just need to know where the van can park. Your event could be at a house on School Hill and Church Street or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Cade Street (1 mile north), Sandy Cross (1 mile west), Heathfield (1 mile west), Broad Oak (1 mile north) and Warbleton (1 mile south). We also serve nearby towns such as Eastbourne (12 miles south), Hastings (14 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south-east), Seaford (15 miles south-west), Lewes (13 miles south-west) and Hailsham (7 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Hellingly Hospital (5 miles south) and Old Castle (3.6 miles east). Open spaces near Old Heathfield include Selwyns Wood.
- Schools near Old Heathfield include Parkside Community Primary School (0.5 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Star Inn (within half a mile south)
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
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 explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Nearby places to Old Heathfield
Other occasions in Old Heathfield
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The number of meals
- Your choice of menu
- Parking and the way in
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Your date and serving time
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Send us the pitch size and ground conditions
- Settle the pitch terms early
- Give us an idea of numbers
- Ask traders for allergen information to display
Bins near the van help keep the site tidy.
Plan vehicle access before visitors arrive.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Old Heathfield?
It can feed crew and volunteers too.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Sports tournaments
- Summer fairs
- Agricultural and country shows
- Feeding event crew
Running a fête for a church like The Parish Church of All Saints? A chip van draws people in.
Comparing caterers
- The cancellation terms
- How much space the van takes up
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How many hours the van serves
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Cakes and sandwiches are popular, but hot food is a draw when it is cool. The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Why book with us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- A van that becomes part of the event
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Read our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
Old Heathfield: your questions answered
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Old Heathfield from London?
About 40 miles from central London.
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. If in doubt, send a photo.
Can you cater for allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Can you serve children?
Yes. Children typically love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
What if the weather’s bad?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
What’s on the menu?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
What does it cost to hire the van?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
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.
- 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