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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Balls Cross
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van turns food into part of your event in Balls Cross.
- Staff lunches and team days
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Summer garden parties
A chip van near Balls Cross
How our fish and chip van hire works in Balls Cross
There is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. All it needs is a level spot it can reach, which suits drives, yards, car parks and firm lawns. On the menu are gravy, cod and chips and curry sauce, and we are often booked for work Christmas parties and community events and fairs.
In a small place like Balls Cross, the van often parks on a farm track, a field or a drive. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we’ll plan for them, and firm, dry ground is the key. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
- Location
- Balls Cross (GU28)
- County
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Perfect for your event in Balls Cross
It is familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Balls Cross, people book us for events such as:
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Birthday celebrations
- Fish and chip days at care homes
Churches such as Holy Trinity Church rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by usually does.
Questions to ask before you book
- When payment is due
- How allergens are handled
- Any minimum charge
- A clear list of what’s included
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Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Count children separately
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
A short menu keeps service quick.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
Planning the van’s spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
From the hatch
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
Common questions in Balls Cross
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Do you come out to small places like Balls Cross?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What if the weather’s bad?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
Can you feed a lot of people?
It depends on numbers and timings. Staggering groups and keeping the menu short both help.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
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.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
How we price a fish and chip van
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- The minimum booking
- The number of meals
- How far we travel
- The menu and how many choices
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Balls Cross? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
For planners, venues and organisers
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
How the day works
We do not cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, so it’s as fresh as from any chip shop. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Balls Cross, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 3:55pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Before we arrive
- Share the timings for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Fish and chip van hire around Balls Cross
Balls Cross is about 12 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Around Balls Cross, we park wherever there is level, firm ground. Balls Cross is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 15 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Balls Cross are Petworth House (2.9 miles south). Historic venues frequently limit vehicles, so ask early if you are booking one. Balls Cross is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
We take the van to events all over the GU28 postcode area. For events just outside Balls Cross, we cover Kirdford (2 miles east), Mackerel's Common (2 miles north-east), Plaistow (3 miles north-east), Ifold (4 miles north-east) and Wisborough Green (4 miles east). Further out, we also take the van to Horsham (12 miles east), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (15 miles south), Rustington (15 miles south), Storrington (10 miles south-east) and Billingshurst (6 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Lodsworth Castle (4.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Balls Cross include The Mens and Shillinglee Lake.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
If you want something everyone will enjoy, fish and chips from a van is hard to beat. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- No kitchen needed
- Events in Balls Cross and across West Sussex
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A van that becomes part of the event
Read how we price and the cost guide.
- 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