East Sussex · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire in The Pound
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your event in The Pound. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Festive get-togethers
- Birthday celebrations
Fish and chip van hire for The Pound events
Takeaway run or book a van?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the event.
About our fish and chip van hire in The Pound
There is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. All it needs is a level spot it can reach, which suits drives, yards, car parks and firm lawns. Popular choices include cod and chips, sausage and chips and curry sauce, and we are often booked for garden parties and summer get-togethers and gatherings after a funeral.
Somewhere like The Pound, a yard or firm field frequently works. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Location
- The Pound (TN33)
- County
- East Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
What affects the price in The Pound
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The minimum booking
- Your choice of menu
- Parking and the way in
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Larger groups usually cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- A picture of where the van would go
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The date and time of the event
- Allergies and diets you know about
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in The Pound? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Bringing the van to The Pound
The Pound is about 5 miles north-west of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. Across the TN33 area, we can fry fresh for your guests. The Pound is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from The Pound to Brighton (about 23 miles away).
Churches such as Parish Church of St Peter rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by typically does. If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Battle station, about 4.5 miles east. The Pound is within about 7 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
This part of East Sussex takes in TN33. Whether your event is on Church Road and Linghams Lane or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Other places close to The Pound we cover include Ashburnham (1 mile north), Brownbread Street (1 mile north-west), Bodle Street Green (2 miles west), Wood's Corner (3 miles north) and Trolliloes (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (9 miles south-west), Hastings (8 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (5 miles south-east), Seaford (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (7 miles south-west) and Crowborough (14 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Bexhill Hospital (5.2 miles south-east) and Herstmonceux Castle (3.3 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Senlac Hill.
- Local pubs include The Ash Tree Inn (0.5 miles north-west)
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A cold buffet is simple, but food sits out, and there’s nothing warming on a chilly day. Fish and chips is fried to order and served hot. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your event.
Why book our van in The Pound
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Quick service from the hatch
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Space, access and the venue
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A short walk from the party
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
Step by step
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. In The Pound, the sun sets at about 9:15pm in late June and about 7:00pm in late September, so summer evening events are typically served in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Preparing for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Related guides
Why choose fish and chip van hire in The Pound?
Hot food on a cold or wet day is hard to beat, and the cooking carries on inside the van whatever the weather.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In The Pound, people book us for events such as:
- Staff lunches and team days
- Big birthdays
- Community events and fairs
- Festive get-togethers
Thinking of using Ashburnham Park? Parks generally need the owner’s permission, frequently the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade.
Before you book anyone
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Payment terms and deposit
- How allergens are handled
- What happens if plans change
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It’s battered and fried to order.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Also near The Pound
More for events in The Pound
Questions from The Pound
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Could you trade in Ashburnham Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
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.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
- 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