West Sussex · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire in Newtimber
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 Newtimber.
- Birthday celebrations
- Company team days
- Fish and chip days at care homes
Book the van in Newtimber
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Put bins and napkins by the van
The fryers take a little while to heat, so we get there in good time. If plans change, tell us and we’ll adjust.
Tell people when the van opens, so they don’t miss out.
Fish and chip van hire in Newtimber, fried fresh
You can keep it simple or plan it carefully: a van that serves as people arrive, or service at a set time. We’ll recommend what fits. We serve mushy peas, sausage and chips and curry sauce, and we are regularly asked to cater work Christmas parties and milestone birthday parties.
In a small place like Newtimber, 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. We serve from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
- Where
- Newtimber (BN6)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Who books fish and chip van hire in Newtimber?
A fish and chip van suits almost any crowd, from children to grandparents. The queue at the hatch gets people talking.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Milestone birthday parties
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Summer garden parties
Among the historic houses close to Newtimber are Portslade Manor (4.6 miles south) and Preston Manor & Gardens (4.9 miles south-east). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one.
Comparing caterers
- Whether there’s a minimum
- How many hours the van serves
- Whether VAT is included
- The van’s size and access needs
The menu, dish by dish
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. It’s battered and fried to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Places near Newtimber
Other occasions in Newtimber
How it works
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we’re there in good time before you want to eat. By late September, sunset in Newtimber is around 7:05pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:55pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Compared with a hog roast, a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies rather than one dish, which suits guests who do not eat pork. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Why Newtimber hosts choose us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- We cover Newtimber and the whole of West Sussex
- A van that becomes part of the event
Planning the van’s spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
FAQs for Newtimber
What’s the nearest station to Newtimber?
Hassocks station, about 2.4 miles north-east of the centre.
Can you serve after a service at The Parish Church of St John Evangelist?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will tell you what’s in each item.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
It is a full meal on its own. You can add your own desserts if you like.
Do you come to Newtimber?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Newtimber is within our area. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Newtimber?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
For event organisers in Newtimber
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Planning a chip van in Newtimber
Newtimber is about 5 miles south-west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. People in Newtimber book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Newtimber is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 6 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, Hassocks station is about 2.4 miles away. After a service at The Parish Church of St John Evangelist, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Newtimber. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
For events in BN6, we just need to know where the van can park. For events just outside Newtimber, we cover Clayton (2 miles east), Hurstpierpoint (2 miles north), Hurst Wickham (2 miles north-east), Hassocks (2 miles north-east) and Keymer (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (14 miles north), Horsham (12 miles north-west), Worthing (11 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (8 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (5 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include The Dene Hospital (4.2 miles north) and The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (2.1 miles north-east). The countryside around Newtimber includes Woods Mill and Wolstonbury Hill.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
- 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