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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Penhurst, East Sussex
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your event makes the food a highlight of your event in Penhurst.
- Community festivals
- School summer fairs
- Fish and chip supper nights
Fish and chip van for events in Penhurst
Fish and chip van for events in Penhurst, fried fresh
We bring the van and everything we need to cook, which helps volunteer-run events. Whether it’s church fêtes and fish and chip suppers and community festivals, we will put together a menu of cod and chips, chips and mushy peas and more.
At a fête or show near Penhurst, a chip van brings hot food to a rural site. Tell us about the ground and the way in. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
- Location
- Penhurst (TN33)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and it’s a favourite with children.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Penhurst?
Hot food keeps families around for longer.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Music and food festivals
- Country shows
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Village fêtes
A summer fête at The Parish Church of St Michael is the classic setting for a fish and chip van.
What your quote should include
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- What happens if plans change
- Allergen information for each item
- Payment terms and deposit
Penhurst events: pitches and permissions
Penhurst is about 6 miles north-west of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. From the centre of Penhurst to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Penhurst is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 24 miles away.
If your event is in Ashburnham Park, the organiser will need the landowner’s permission for vehicles and traders. For anyone arriving by train, Battle station is about 3.8 miles away. Within about 6 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 TN33, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Other places close to Penhurst we cover include Steven's Crouch (2 miles south-east), Netherfield (2 miles north-east), Twelve Oaks (2 miles north), Hollingrove (3 miles north) and Brightling (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (11 miles south-west), Hastings (8 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (6 miles south-east), Hailsham (8 miles south-west), Crowborough (14 miles north-west) and St Leonards (8 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Battle Museum of Local History (3.2 miles east) and Bexhill Hospital (5.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Penhurst includes Senlac Hill.
The process
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 at the time you asked for. Winter fairs in Penhurst are dark by about 3:55pm, so pitches need lighting; in late May there is light until about 8:50pm.
- You send us the event details and pitch information.
- You get our pitch needs and a quick answer on availability.
- On the day, we arrive and set up our pitch.
- We trade from the hatch all event, frying to order.
- We pack down at the end and leave the pitch clean.
How to prepare
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Compared with a barbecue run by volunteers, a chip van frees your helpers. Larger groups normally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why us?
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Events in Penhurst and across East Sussex
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Parking and the way in
- The length of service
- Cod, haddock or both
- Whether a minimum applies
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where the event is
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A photo of the parking spot
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can fill in our quote form.
Should I sort the food myself?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your visitors instead.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Towns and villages near Penhurst
Other occasions in Penhurst
Penhurst: your questions answered
Can the van park in Ashburnham Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you come 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 follow the site rules.
What does the pitch need?
A firm pitch with space for a queue. Mention any power or water.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Allergies and dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Agree the terms in writing
- Share pitch details
- Agree when volunteers will eat
We set up before visitors arrive.
Let visitors know there is a chip van.
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
- 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