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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Newchapel events
We bring a fish and chip van to Newchapel and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Care home visits
- Evening wedding food
- Staff lunches and team days
Book the van in Newchapel
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Newchapel
We keep the menu to the classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fewer choices means fresher food and shorter waits. For village fêtes and school fairs and wakes and gatherings after a funeral, we can cook cod and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce and more.
For a rural spot like Newchapel, the setting does a lot of the work. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Space, access and the venue
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- A spot near your guests
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A clear area by the serving hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
Should I sort the food myself?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and generally costs more per head. A van needs only a level spot and permission to park. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book with us
- Classic food your guests already know
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- A clear quote before booking
- A van that becomes part of the event
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
About the food
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it is lovely with a pie.
For event organisers in Newchapel
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
How the day works
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Light matters for evening service: in Newchapel, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 3:55pm.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Make sure the van can get in
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
How to get a price
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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Newchapel: venues, parking and local tips
Newchapel is about 3 miles north-west of East Grinstead, in Surrey. We take a fish and chip van to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Newchapel and the surrounding area. We cover all 395 towns and villages across Surrey. Our bookings stretch from Newchapel to London (23 miles away).
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Imberhorne School, can book the van as a food stall. Coming by train? Dormans station, about 2 miles east, is the nearest station. Newchapel is within about 6 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
We cover events in every part of RH7 and the streets around it. From Wembury Park, Eastbourne Road and Wire Mill Lane or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. For events just outside Newchapel, we cover Felcourt (1 mile east), Felbridge (2 miles south), Furnace Wood (2 miles south-west), Domewood (2 miles south-west) and Lingfield (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Epsom (15 miles north-west), Horley (5 miles west), Redhill (7 miles north-west), Reigate (8 miles north-west), Caterham (9 miles north) and Dorking (13 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Effingham Park Motor Museum (2.3 miles south-west) and Queen Victoria Hospital (2.9 miles south-east). The countryside around Newchapel includes Hedgecourt Lake.
Allergies and dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Put allergy details in writing
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
A short menu keeps service quick, especially when everyone wants to eat at once.
Let everyone know when the food is ready, so they don’t miss out.
How we price a fish and chip van
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How easy the site is to reach
- Your choice of menu
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Service time
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Details that help
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Where the van would park
- A photo of the parking spot
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The venue or postcode
Send us the date, the address or RH7 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Newchapel questions
How far is Newchapel from London?
Roughly 23 miles from the centre of London.
Can the van park in Centenary Fields?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Can the van park on grass?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll say what we need.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
What happens if it rains?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan service around it.
Places near Newchapel
Other occasions in Newchapel
- 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