West Sussex · England
Fish and chip van hire in Pyecombe, West Sussex
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your event in Pyecombe. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Garden get-togethers
- Work Christmas parties
- Visits to care homes and day centres
A chip van near Pyecombe
About our fish and chip van hire in Pyecombe
We keep the menu to the classics: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus the sides everyone expects. A short menu keeps the food fresh and the queue moving. Whether it’s care home visits and wakes and gatherings after a funeral, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, haddock and chips and gravy.
Somewhere as small as Pyecombe, 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 bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Location
- Pyecombe (BN45)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Looking after everyone
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- A short menu helps everyone
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier for everyone.
A chalkboard by the hatch with the menu keeps the queue moving.
Bringing the van to Pyecombe
Pyecombe is about 4 miles south of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Pyecombe is well within our area, so your event just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. Pyecombe is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van.
For anyone arriving by rail, Hassocks station, about 1.9 miles north-east, is the nearest station. PTAs at schools such as Downlands Community School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. Pyecombe is within about 3 miles of the South Downs National Park. Ask your venue about vehicle access. The coast is within about 6 miles of Pyecombe, so fish and chips feels right at home here. Sea breezes can be strong, so we think about where the queue will stand.
For events in BN45, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. From London Road, School Lane and Church Hill or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. For events just outside Pyecombe, we cover Saddlescombe (1 mile south-west), Waterhall (2 miles south), Patcham (3 miles south), Westdene (3 miles south) and Hollingbury (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (15 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (12 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (7 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (4 miles north) and Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles south-west).
A little further out are Clayton Castle (1 mile north-east) and The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (1.7 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Wolstonbury Hill and Ladies Mile.
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Compared with a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which suits guests who do not eat pork. Larger groups typically cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Classic food your guests already know
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Events in Pyecombe and across West Sussex
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Perfect for your event in Pyecombe
It suits relaxed, sociable events, where people can wander up when they’re ready.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Pyecombe book the van for events such as:
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Birthday celebrations
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Church of the Transfiguration, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is included
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How allergens are handled
- The deadline for final numbers
Common questions in Pyecombe
Do you come out to small places like Pyecombe?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
We are gathering after a service at Church of the Transfiguration: can you come?
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 usually elsewhere. Send us the address.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is usually simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll plan for them.
Can you feed a lot of people?
It depends on numbers and timings. Staggering groups and keeping the menu short both help.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Pyecombe?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Step by step
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can get on with your event in Pyecombe. By late September, sunset in Pyecombe is around 7:05pm, and in December it’s nearer 3:55pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Places near Pyecombe
What else we do in Pyecombe
What a fish and chip van costs
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Distance and any road charges
- Your choice of menu
- How many people are eating
- Parking and the way in
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.
What to tell us
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Where the event is
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- A picture of the space and the way in
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your event, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, use our quote form.
- 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