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Fish and chip van hire in Handcross, West Sussex
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van in Handcross.
- Festive get-togethers
- Community events and fairs
- Staff lunches and team days
Fish and chip van hire for Handcross events
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Handcross
The menu is short and classic: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fewer choices means fresher food and shorter waits. On the menu are mushy peas, haddock and chips and pie and chips, and we are often booked for weddings and evening receptions and fish and chip days at care homes.
Somewhere as small as Handcross, a field, yard or drive is often the spot. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we will plan for them, and firm ground matters more than anything. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
- Location
- Handcross (RH17)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
What the van needs
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
Nearby places to Handcross
What else we do in Handcross
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Handcross
What’s the nearest station to Handcross?
Balcombe station, about 2.8 miles east of the centre.
Can you serve after a service at All Saints?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
What happens when we hire the van?
We arrive with the van, cook fresh on site, and serve at the time you want.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll plan for them.
What a fish and chip van costs
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- The minimum booking
- How long we serve
- Distance and any road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
Larger groups usually cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Your date and serving time
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
A fish and chip van in Handcross: local details
Handcross is about 4 miles south of Crawley, in West Sussex. Anywhere in RH17, we can bring the van to you. Handcross is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 16 miles away.
Churches such as All Saints rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by typically does. For guests coming by train, Balcombe station, about 2.8 miles east, is the nearest station.
We take the van to events all over RH17 and the streets around it. Local streets include High Street, London Road and Windmill Platt; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. For events just outside Handcross, we cover Slaugham (1 mile south), Plummers Plain (2 miles south-west), Colgate (3 miles north-west), Broadfield (3 miles north) and Lower Beeding (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (4 miles north), Horsham (5 miles west), Haywards Heath (6 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (7 miles south-east), East Grinstead (10 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Crawley Hospital (4.3 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Tilgate Lake and Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
- Nearby schools include Handcross Park School (0.5 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find The Royal Oak Public House (less than half a mile south-west)
Perfect for your event in Handcross
A fish and chip van suits almost any crowd, from children to grandparents. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Evening wedding food
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Milestone birthday parties
- Garden get-togethers
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Handcross Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- When payment is due
- How much space the van takes up
- Allergen information for each item
Organising for someone else?
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Count children separately
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Fewer choices mean faster service
The oil needs time to come up to temperature, so we get there in good time. If timings shift, we adapt.
Somewhere to sit or lean makes fish and chips easier to eat.
How it works
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Then everything is fried to order, so we time it to your schedule. Evenings in Handcross stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; after dark, the queue and the path to the van need good lighting.
- First, you send us your date, address, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, park up and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried fresh and handed over from the hatch.
- Afterwards, we clear up and head off.
How to prepare
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Get a quote
Planning a fish and chip van in Handcross? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For food that suits almost everyone, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice. 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?
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- A clear quote before booking
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
- 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