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Fish and chip van hire in Five Ashes, East Sussex
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van in Five Ashes.
- Garden get-togethers
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Weddings and evening receptions
Book the van in Five Ashes
Planning a chip van in Five Ashes
Five Ashes is about 4 miles south-east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Tell us where your event in Five Ashes will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We cover all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex. We serve events right across the region, from Five Ashes to Brighton (about 19 miles away).
If guests are travelling by rail, Crowborough station, about 3.3 miles north-west, is the nearest station. After a service at Church of the Good Shepherd, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house. Five Ashes is within about 3 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
Anywhere in TN20, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Westfield Close, Leeds Lane and Spring Lane or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Nearby, we also serve events in Skippers Hill (1 mile north), Butcher's Cross (1 mile north), Woolbridge (1 mile north-east), Wellbrook (1 mile north-east) and Mayfield (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (15 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south-east), Lewes (13 miles south-west), Hailsham (10 miles south), Crowborough (4 miles north-west) and Uckfield (6 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Tickerage Castle (3.8 miles south-west) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (4.3 miles north-west). The countryside around Five Ashes includes Selwyns Wood.
- Schools near Five Ashes include Skippers Hill Manor School (under half a mile north)
- Pubs nearby include The Five Ashes Inn (within half a mile south-west)
About our fish and chip van hire in Five Ashes
Fish and chips is the meal almost everyone in Britain knows and likes. That’s why a van works for so many kinds of event. Typical bookings include staff lunches and team days and village fêtes and school fairs, serving pie and chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips.
In a hamlet or village like Five Ashes, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Location
- Five Ashes (TN20)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
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Space, access and the venue
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
Organising for someone else?
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
What affects the price in Five Ashes
We’ll give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Numbers
- Service time
- Distance and any road charges
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your event.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The venue or postcode
- The date and when you’d like to eat
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
What happens on the day
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace to suit your event. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Five Ashes, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, but by late December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
How to prepare
- Ensure the van can get in
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Share the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and planning
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
- Fewer choices mean faster service
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We park, set up, fry and serve, and keep in touch with you about timings.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
What comes out of the fryer
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion, so we bring it along.
FAQs for Five Ashes
Which station is closest to Five Ashes?
The closest is Crowborough station, roughly 3.3 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Five Ashes?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we will confirm what we need.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
Yes. Fish and chips with mushy peas is a full meal.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
A chip van compared with other options
Next to a hog roast, a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies rather than one dish, which suits guests who do not eat pork. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Why book our van in Five Ashes
- No kitchen needed
- Events in Five Ashes and across East Sussex
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A menu almost everyone likes
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
- 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