East Sussex · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire for Cross in Hand events
We bring a fish and chip van across Cross in Hand and East Sussex, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Summer garden parties
- Fish and chip days at care homes
Book the van in Cross in Hand
How our fish and chip van hire works in Cross in Hand
The queue at the hatch is part of the fun. People chat, the smell drifts across, and the food arrives hot. We serve gravy, pie and chips and curry sauce, and typical bookings are for Fêtes, fairs and school events and milestone birthday parties.
In a small place like Cross in Hand, the van frequently parks on a farm track, a field or a drive. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm ground matters more than anything. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
- Location
- Cross in Hand (TN21)
- Region
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and it is a favourite with children.
Where the van can park in Cross in Hand
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
Cross in Hand questions
What’s the nearest station to Cross in Hand?
Buxted station, about 3.9 miles west of the centre.
We are gathering after a service at St Bartholomew: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Do you have allergen information?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
Do you cover Cross in Hand?
Yes, we do. Cross in Hand is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we will tell you what we can offer.
Places near Cross in Hand
More for events in Cross in Hand
Bringing the van to Cross in Hand
Cross in Hand is about 5 miles east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Events in Cross in Hand are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We serve 289 places in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 18 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Buxted station is about 3.9 miles away. PTAs at schools such as Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. Cross in Hand is within about 4 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
Events anywhere in TN21 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Whether your event is on Fir Grove Road, Windmill Place and Dads Hill or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Close by, we cover events in Roser's Cross (1 mile south-west), Waldron (1 mile south-west), Heathfield (2 miles east), Sandy Cross (2 miles south-east) and Lions Green (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (13 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles south-east), Seaford (14 miles south), Lewes (11 miles south-west), Hailsham (8 miles south) and Crowborough (6 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Sussex Farm Museum (2.8 miles south) and Tickerage Castle (2.9 miles west). Open spaces near Cross in Hand include Selwyns Wood.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Cross in Hand?
People book a chip van because it is food and a bit of fun at once. The hatch becomes a meeting point, and the food is hot and generous.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Cross in Hand and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Care home visits
- Staff lunches and team days
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Birthday celebrations
If you had Passingworth Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans can’t simply park up and serve in a public park.
Comparing caterers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether travel is included
- What they can offer for dietary needs
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Plated meals need a kitchen and a bigger team. A van needs only a level spot and permission to park, and the food is cooked to order. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why us?
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Classic food your guests already know
- No kitchen needed
Allergies and dietary needs
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Plan bins near the queue
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
- Count children separately
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We arrive in good time, set up, cook and serve, and stay in touch about any changes.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Step by step
There is very little for you to do on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your event. The frying and serving are down to us. By late September, sunset in Cross in Hand is around 7:05pm, and in December it is nearer 3:55pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Getting a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Read more
- 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