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Fish and chip van hire in Arlington, East Sussex
Fish and chip van hire in Arlington: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Festive get-togethers
- Care home visits
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
Planning an event in Arlington?
How our fish and chip van hire works in Arlington
The menu is short and classic: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fewer choices means fresher food and shorter waits. We serve mushy peas, gravy and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for Fêtes, fairs and school events and birthday celebrations.
Somewhere as small as Arlington, a field, yard or drive is frequently the spot. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm ground matters more than anything. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Area
- Arlington (BN26)
- County
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning a chip van in Arlington
Arlington is about 3 miles south-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Arlington is well within our area, so your event just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We take the van to all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Arlington to Brighton (about 14 miles away).
Churches such as The Parish Church of St Pancras rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by generally does. Historic houses near Arlington include Michelham Priory (1.5 miles north-east) and Alfriston Clergy House (3.1 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. Arlington is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
We cover events in every part of the BN26 postcode area and the streets around it. If your venue is just outside Arlington, we also cover Wickstreet (1 mile north), Berwick (1 mile west), Wilmington (2 miles south), Selmeston (2 miles west) and Milton Street (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (6 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (6 miles south-west), Lewes (8 miles west), Hailsham (3 miles north-east) and Crowborough (14 miles north).
A little further out are Agricultural Museum (2 miles south) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (4.1 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Combe Hill.
- Local pubs include Yew Tree Inn (within half a mile west)
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Count children separately
Once everyone is fed, we pack up, quietly and quickly.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Arlington?
Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, the host gets to enjoy the day. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
Why book with us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Bookings across East Sussex, including Arlington
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
What the van needs
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A spot near your guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Places near Arlington
Other occasions in Arlington
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, timed around your event. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Arlington, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 3:55pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Name one person we can call on the day
Getting a price
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
FAQs for Arlington
We are gathering after a service at The Parish Church of St Pancras: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
What’s the nearest station to Arlington?
Berwick (Sussex) station, about 1.2 miles west of the centre.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Can the van come to Arlington?
We do. Arlington is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
We serve cod and haddock; we will agree the choice when we quote.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Arlington.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Organising for someone else?
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Arlington?
It’s familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting, which takes the worry out of feeding a mixed crowd.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Care home visits
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Garden get-togethers
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
Coming by train? The nearest station is Berwick (Sussex) station, about 1.2 miles west.
Questions to ask before you book
- How late numbers can change
- What the price includes, item by item
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- What they can offer for dietary needs
What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Your choice of menu
- Distance and any road charges
- The minimum booking
- Service time
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your event, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
- 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