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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Coleman's Hatch events
We bring a fish and chip van to Coleman's Hatch and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Staff lunches and team days
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Weddings, especially the evening
Planning an event in Coleman's Hatch?
How our fish and chip van hire works in Coleman's Hatch
Hiring a fish and chip van brings the chip shop to your door. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray. Whether it’s fish and chip days at care homes and summer garden parties, we can cook sausage and chips, pie and chips and cod and chips.
Somewhere as small as Coleman's Hatch, a field, yard or drive is frequently the spot. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we’ll plan for them, and firm, dry ground is the key. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet.
- Where
- Coleman's Hatch (TN7)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Common questions in Coleman's Hatch
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is Coleman's Hatch close to London?
About 29 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options.
Can you feed a lot of people?
It can be. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll tell you honestly how service will work.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we’ll take it from there.
How long are you on site?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. A van fries on the spot, so it is crisp when it’s handed over. Larger groups usually cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why Coleman's Hatch hosts choose us
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- All the chip-shop extras
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Hot food handed straight over
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Events we cater in Coleman's Hatch
It is familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting, which takes the worry out of feeding a mixed crowd.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Big birthdays
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Summer garden parties
Coming by train? The nearest station is East Grinstead station, about 4.6 miles north-west.
What your quote should include
- How many hours the van serves
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payment is due
- What they can offer for dietary needs
About the food
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
How it works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your event. Light matters for evening service: around Coleman's Hatch, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 3:55pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Before we arrive
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Let us know the serving time
Get a quote
Still finalising the details? No problem: tell us the basics about your event, and we will quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
DIY versus a fish and chip van
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Confirm allergies by email
After service, we pack up.
Plan cover near the hatch if rain is possible.
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
What the van needs
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A short walk from the party
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Coleman's Hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
Fish and chip van hire around Coleman's Hatch
Coleman's Hatch is about 4 miles south-east of East Grinstead, in East Sussex. Give us the address of your event in Coleman's Hatch, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot before the day. Coleman's Hatch is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from Coleman's Hatch to Brighton (20 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Coleman's Hatch are Bassetts Manor (2.6 miles north-east) and Hammerwood Park (3.1 miles north). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. Churches such as Holy Trinity Church rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by usually does. Coleman's Hatch is within about 2 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
For events in TN7, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Whether your event is on Shepherds Hill and Parrock Lane or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. Close by, we cover events in Upper Hartfield (1 mile north-east), Forest Row (1 mile west), Wych Cross (2 miles south-west), Chelwood Gate (3 miles south-west) and Duddleswell (3 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Lewes (15 miles south), Crowborough (5 miles south-east), Uckfield (8 miles south), South Malling (15 miles south), Heathfield (12 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Queen Victoria Hospital (4.4 miles north-west) and Bolebroke Castle (2.9 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Brickfield Meadow.
- Pubs nearby include The Hatch Inn (less than half a mile south-east)
Nearby places to Coleman's Hatch
Also in Coleman's 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