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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Dukes Green
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van in Dukes Green and the surrounding area.
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Community events and fairs
- Birthday celebrations
Fish and chip van hire in Dukes Green
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- A spot near your guests
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Dukes Green
- Chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
Fish and chip van hire in Dukes Green, fried fresh
The queue at the hatch is part of the fun. People chat, the smell drifts across, and the food arrives hot. Whether it’s wakes and gatherings after a funeral and garden parties and summer get-togethers, we can cook sausage and chips, haddock and chips and gravy and more.
Somewhere like Dukes Green, a yard or firm field often works. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. Everything is fried fresh at your event, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and handed over as soon as it is ready.
- Area
- Dukes Green (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
The process
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service. In Dukes Green, the sun sets at about 9:15pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening events are typically served in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Clear the route for the van
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Have a level parking spot ready
Getting a price
Still finalising the details? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Cannot 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. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Events we cater in Dukes Green
Everyone knows what they’re getting, which takes the worry out of feeding a mixed crowd.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Birthday celebrations
- Community events and fairs
- Gatherings after a funeral
Churches such as The Parish Church of St Michael the Archangel rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by typically does.
What your quote should include
- Whether VAT is included
- The cancellation terms
- The deposit and payment dates
- Travel, tolls and road charges
What affects the price in Dukes Green
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Parking and the way in
- Whether a minimum applies
- Numbers
- The menu and how many choices
Larger groups generally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Where the event is
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Dukes Green, and we will check the date and send a price.
Towns and villages near Dukes Green
Also in Dukes Green
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Put allergy details in writing
- Have a back-up for anyone who can’t eat from the van
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
The oil needs time to come up to temperature, so we arrive well before service. If timings shift, we adapt.
Plan cover near the hatch if rain is possible.
Fish and chip van hire around Dukes Green
Dukes Green is about 3 miles north-east of Seaford, in East Sussex. We take a fish and chip van to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Dukes Green and the surrounding area. Dukes Green is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 13 miles away.
Historic houses near Dukes Green include Alfriston Clergy House (0.5 miles north-east) and Charleston Farmhouse (3.4 miles north-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Alfriston School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. The South Downs National Park is within about a mile of Dukes Green, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans. The coast is within about 3 miles of Dukes Green, and fish and chips always feels right near the sea. Sea breezes can be strong, so we think about where the queue will stand.
This part of East Sussex takes in BN26, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. Other places close to Dukes Green we cover include Lullington (1 mile north-east), Alfriston (1 mile north), Winton (1 mile north), Milton Street (1 mile north-east) and Alciston (2 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Eastbourne (6 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles east), Seaford (3 miles south-west), Lewes (8 miles north-west), Hailsham (6 miles north-east) and Uckfield (12 miles north).
A little further out are Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (3.8 miles west) and Arlington Castle (1.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Dukes Green include Firle Beacon.
- Local pubs include Dean's Place Hotel (within half a mile north)
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Compared with a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which suits guests who don’t eat pork. 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. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- Something for guests to gather round
- Bookings across East Sussex, including Dukes Green
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- No surprises in your quote
Take a look at how we price or what a fish and chip van costs.
About the food
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
FAQs for Dukes Green
Do you come 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 follow the site rules.
Is Dukes Green close to London?
Roughly 50 miles from the centre of London.
How do you handle allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan service around it.
Do you cover Dukes Green?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Dukes Green. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
Is it a full meal?
It can be. A portion of fish, chips and peas is a proper meal.
- 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