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Fish and chip van hire in Belmont, East Sussex
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van in Belmont.
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Village fêtes and school fairs
Fresh fish and chips in Belmont
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Count children separately
Fish and chips is best eaten straight away, so we cook as people come up to the hatch.
A gazebo by the van keeps the queue dry.
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Belmont
Few meals are as universally loved as fish and chips. It is why a chip van suits so many occasions. On the menu are pie and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for milestone birthday parties and visits to care homes and day centres.
A place like Belmont frequently has a hall, a club or a pub car park nearby; the van can work at any of them, with permission. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Where
- Belmont (TN34, TN35)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
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Should I sort the food myself?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
What a fish and chip van costs
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The minimum booking
- The length of service
- Cod, haddock or both
- The number of meals
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and time of the event
- Dietary needs, with numbers
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Events we cater in Belmont
Fish and chips suits nearly every crowd, from children to grandparents. The queue at the hatch gets people talking.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Belmont and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Birthday celebrations
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Summer garden parties
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Ark Castledown Primary Academy, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser.
What your quote should include
- How late numbers can change
- How much space the van takes up
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The service time, and the cost of running over
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, park the van and get the fryers going. Your guests can wander over to the hatch once service starts. Around midsummer it stays light in Belmont until about 9:15pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:00pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 3:55pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Ask for a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Planning help
Working with your venue
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
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.
Bringing the van to Belmont
Belmont is about 1 mile south-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. Anywhere in TN34, we can bring the van to you. Belmont is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 31 miles away.
If you are gathering after a service at a church like Emmanuel Church, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. For anyone arriving by rail, Ore station, about 0.5 miles north, is the nearest station. Belmont is within about a mile of the sea, so fish and chips feels right at home here. On windy days, we plan a sheltered side for the queue.
Events anywhere in TN34 and TN35 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Whether your event is on Crown Lane, Croft Road and Manor Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Hastings Old Town (1 mile south), Rock-a-Nore (1 mile south-east), America Ground (1 mile south-west), Blacklands (1 mile north-west) and St Helen's (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (14 miles west), Bexhill-on-Sea (5 miles west), Hailsham (15 miles west), Polegate (15 miles west), Old Town (15 miles south-west) and Upper Horsebridge (15 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Priory Meadow Shopping Centre (within half a mile south-west) and Hastings Castle (under half a mile south-west). Open spaces near Belmont include Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
- Schools near Belmont include University School (0.8 miles west) and William Parker Sports College (1.4 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Roebuck Inn (less than half a mile south-east)
Belmont: your questions answered
Can the van park in Linton Gardens?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. Wind doesn’t affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
What happens when we hire the van?
The van comes to you, cook fresh on site, and serve at the time you want.
Do we need to provide equipment?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Which fish do you use?
We serve cod and haddock; we will agree the choice when we quote.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
Which areas do you serve?
We take the van across London and the South East, including East Sussex. Find your area.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Plated meals need a kitchen and a bigger team. A fish and chip van needs a level spot and permission to park, and the food is cooked to order. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Why book with us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Where the van can park in Belmont
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Flat, firm ground for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- 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