East Sussex · England
Fish and chip van hire in Ninfield, East Sussex
Bring the chip shop to your event in Ninfield. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Work Christmas parties
- Company team days
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Fish and chip van hire in Ninfield
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and it is a favourite with children.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
About our fish and chip van hire in Ninfield
You can keep it simple or plan it carefully: a van that serves as people arrive, or service at a set time. We will recommend what fits. For staff thank-you lunches and wakes and celebrations of life, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas for your guests.
For a rural spot like Ninfield, the setting does plenty of the work. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
- Where
- Ninfield (TN33)
- County
- East Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
Takeaway run or book a van?
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.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
Places near Ninfield
Also in Ninfield
Ninfield: venues, parking and local tips
Ninfield is about 3 miles north-west of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. We serve events at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Ninfield and nearby villages. Ninfield is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 24 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, Crowhurst station, about 3.5 miles east, is the nearest station. If you are gathering after a service at a church like The Parish Church of St Mary, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Ninfield. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
Here we cover the TN33 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Whether your event is on High Street, Moons Hill and The Green or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. You’ll find Ninfield on the B2095, so it is easy for us to reach with the van. For events just outside Ninfield, we cover Russell's Green (1 mile south), Hooe Common (1 mile south), Lunsford's Cross (1 mile south-east), Catsfield (1 mile north-east) and Watermill (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (9 miles south-west), Hastings (6 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (3 miles south-east), Hailsham (7 miles west), St Leonards (6 miles east) and Uckfield (15 miles west).
A little further out are Bexhill Hospital (3.5 miles south-east) and Herstmonceux Castle (3.8 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Senlac Hill and Gillham Wood.
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Ninfield
Can you serve after a service at The Parish Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Which station is closest to Ninfield?
The closest is Crowhurst station, roughly 3.5 miles away.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We will talk it through when we quote.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Does a chip van work for big events?
That depends on how many and how quickly. Staggering groups and keeping the menu short both help.
Which fish do you use?
Both are on our menu; tell us which you’d like for your event.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will confirm the rest.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Ninfield?
On a grey day, hot fish and chips wins, and the van keeps frying whatever the weather.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Ninfield, people book us for occasions like:
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Work Christmas parties
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Garden get-togethers
PTAs at schools such as Ninfield Church of England Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
What your quote should include
- Payment terms and deposit
- If the price includes VAT
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- How much space the van takes up
What happens on the day
Because we cook inside the van, rain does not stop us. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. Evenings in Ninfield stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:00pm; after dark, the queue and the path to the van need good lighting.
- You share 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
- Confirm allergies by email
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
The oil needs time to come up to temperature, so we arrive well before service. If timings shift, we adapt.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A cold buffet is simple, but food sits out, and nothing’s hot on a cool evening. A chip van cooks to order and serves hot. The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
What you get with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Bookings across East Sussex, including Ninfield
- No kitchen needed
Read how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
- 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