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Fish and chip van hire in Chiltington, East Sussex
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van in Chiltington and across East Sussex.
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Staff lunches and team days
- Birthday celebrations
A chip van near Chiltington
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
About our fish and chip van hire in Chiltington
Because the cooking is in the van, the weather doesn’t stop us. It is a dependable choice for events in any season. We serve pie and chips, gravy and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for staff lunches and team days and weddings, especially the evening.
In a rural place like Chiltington, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Area
- Chiltington (BN7)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
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.
Fish and chip van hire around Chiltington
Chiltington is about 3 miles north-west of Lewes, in East Sussex. For events in Chiltington, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We take the van to 289 places in East Sussex. We serve events right across the region, from Chiltington to Brighton (about 7 miles away).
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Chailey School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. Churches such as The Parish Church rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by usually does. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Chiltington. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
This part of East Sussex takes in BN7, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. Nearby, we also serve events in East Chiltington (1 mile west), Cooksbridge (1 mile south-east), South Chailey (1 mile north), Plumpton (2 miles south-west) and Plumpton Green (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Seaford (12 miles south-east), Lewes (3 miles south-east), Hailsham (13 miles east), Crowborough (12 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles north-east) and Newhaven (9 miles south).
A little further out are Lewes Castle (3.5 miles south-east) and Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (3.9 miles west). The countryside around Chiltington includes Blackcap and Malling Down.
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Towns and villages near Chiltington
What else we do in Chiltington
What affects the price in Chiltington
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How long we serve
- Cod, haddock or both
- How far we travel
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
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the van would park
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
- Count children separately
It helps to have bins and napkins by the van for everyone.
A chalkboard by the hatch with the menu keeps the queue moving.
How the day works
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. Afterwards we pack up. Light matters for evening service: around Chiltington, it stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 3:55pm.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Ask for a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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For event organisers in Chiltington
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Chiltington?
Compared with a hog roast, a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies rather than one dish, which suits guests who don’t eat pork. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A quote that spells everything out
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Common questions in Chiltington
Which station is closest to Chiltington?
Cooksbridge station, about 1.3 miles south-east of the centre.
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 will work to whatever the site needs.
Which fish do you use?
We serve cod and haddock; we will agree the choice when we quote.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do you bring everything you need?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. We cook inside the van, so it is fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Do you take everything away?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
- 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