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Fish and chip van hire in Broadfield, West Sussex
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 Broadfield.
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Planning an event in Broadfield?
Planners, venues and businesses
Organising a club, school or community event in Broadfield? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
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.
Fish and chip van hire in Broadfield, cooked to order
Fish and chips is the meal almost everyone in Britain knows and likes. It’s why a chip van suits so many occasions in Broadfield. Typical bookings include christmas parties and community events and fairs, with mushy peas, cod and chips and pie and chips.
There may be a hall or club near Broadfield if the drive is small; the van can work at any of them, with permission. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Location
- Broadfield (RH11, RH10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
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. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What you get with us
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Hot food handed straight over
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Read how we price and the cost guide.
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Planning a chip van in Broadfield
Broadfield is about 1 mile south-west of Crawley, in West Sussex. Tell us where your event in Broadfield will be, and we will plan access and set-up. Broadfield is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 18 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Broadfield are Tyes Place (4.4 miles south-east). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one. After a service at Christ The Lord, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house.
This part of West Sussex takes in RH11 and RH10, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. Your event could be at a house on Terry Road, Hobbs Road and Clark Road, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Broadfield we cover include Kilnwood Vale (2 miles west), Colgate (2 miles south-west), Faygate (2 miles west), Handcross (3 miles south) and Plummers Plain (4 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (5 miles west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (9 miles east), Billingshurst (12 miles south-west) and Roffey (4 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Crawley Hospital (1.5 miles north) and Crawley Museum (1.7 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Tilgate Lake.
- Local schools include Discovery New School (0.5 miles east) and Cottesmore School (0.7 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The New Moon pub (0.8 miles north-east)
Places near Broadfield
Other occasions in Broadfield
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Broadfield
Can the van park in Target Hill Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Can you serve after a service at Christ The Lord?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Can the van come to Broadfield?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Broadfield is within our area and the rest of West Sussex. To check your date, use our quote form.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Perfect for your event in Broadfield
There’s no kitchen needed, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where other catering struggles.
In Broadfield and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Birthday celebrations
- Company team days
- Weddings, especially the evening
For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Crawley station, roughly 1.4 miles north-east of the centre.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- If the price includes VAT
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- What the van needs: space, access, power
Step by step
Nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Each portion is battered and fried as it’s ordered, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. Late September evenings in Broadfield lose the light at about 7:05pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:55pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Clear the route for the van
How to get a price
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. To send them, fill in our quote form.
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How we price a fish and chip van
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Your choice of menu
- Distance and any road charges
- The date and time of year
- Service time
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the van would park
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Allergies and diets you know about
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Broadfield? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
What the van needs
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Broadfield
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- 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