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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Slaugham
Bring the chip shop to your event in Slaugham. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- School summer fairs
- Community open days
- Crew and volunteer catering
Planning an event in Slaugham?
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
How our fish and chip van for events works in Slaugham
Give us the date, pitch and expected numbers, and we’ll let you know if we are available. Whether it’s horse and dog shows and music and food festivals, we can cook cod and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce for your guests.
Rural events near Slaugham can be a long way from anywhere to eat, so fish and chips goes down well. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Area
- Slaugham (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
FAQs for Slaugham
Is Slaugham close to London?
Roughly 32 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Slaugham too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
What about visitors who don’t eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Where do you take the van?
We take the van across London and the South East, West Sussex included. See all areas.
What the van needs
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Somewhere firm if it rains
- Access that avoids crowds
- Space for a queue away from paths
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
Also near Slaugham
Other occasions in Slaugham
Perfect for your event in Slaugham
It keeps people on site.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Food for volunteers
- School summer fairs
- Country shows
- Church fêtes
Church fêtes, at churches such as St Mary's Church, are a natural home for a chip van.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether travel is included
- Allergen information for each item
- When payment is due
- What happens if plans change
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Distance and any road charges
- Cod, haddock or both
- The date and time of year
- How many people are eating
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Allergies and diets you know about
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Agree when volunteers will eat
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Agree the terms in writing
- Arrange bins and waste collection
Bins near the van help keep the site tidy.
A few benches near the van help.
Slaugham events: pitches and permissions
Slaugham is about 5 miles south of Crawley, in West Sussex. Anywhere in RH17, we can bring the van to you. We serve all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 15 miles away.
School fairs, for a school like Warninglid Primary School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van. For anyone arriving by train, Balcombe station, about 3.3 miles east, is the nearest station.
Wherever your event is in RH17, we can fry fresh for your visitors. If your venue is just outside Slaugham, we also cover Handcross (1 mile north), Plummers Plain (1 mile west), Lower Beeding (2 miles west), Colwood (3 miles south) and Crabtree (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (5 miles north), Horsham (5 miles west), Haywards Heath (6 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (7 miles south-east), East Grinstead (10 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Cuckfield Museum (3.6 miles south-east) and Crawley Hospital (5.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow and Tilgate Lake.
- Local pubs include Carpenter's Arms (under half a mile north-east)
Why choose a fish and chip van in Slaugham?
Next to a volunteer barbecue, a chip van frees your helpers. The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why book our van in Slaugham
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- No surprises in your quote
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
For planners, venues and organisers
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
What happens on the day
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we can start a little later or slow the pace. At midsummer, events in Slaugham stay light until about 9:20pm, so evening trading typically finishes in daylight in high summer. Winter fairs, dark by about 3:55pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Ask for a quote
Still finalising the details? That is fine: tell us the basics about your event, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
Related guides
- 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