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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Wickstreet
We bring a fish and chip van to Wickstreet and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
- Birthday celebrations
- Christmas parties
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
A chip van near Wickstreet
Planners, venues and businesses
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
How our fish and chip van hire works in Wickstreet
A fish and chip van works almost anywhere the van can park: a driveway, a car park, a yard or a firm field in and around Wickstreet. For Fêtes, fairs and school events and fish and chip days at care homes, we will put together a menu of cod and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips.
In a hamlet or village like Wickstreet, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
- Area
- Wickstreet (BN26)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Events we cater in Wickstreet
Fish and chips suits nearly every crowd, young and old alike. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Work Christmas parties
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Weddings and evening receptions
Historic houses near Wickstreet include Michelham Priory (1.2 miles east) and Charleston Farmhouse (3.3 miles west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Whether travel is included
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
What happens on the day
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Each piece of fish is battered and fried to order, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. In Wickstreet, the sun sets at about 9:15pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 3:55pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will check the date and send a price.
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Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Confirm allergies by email
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier.
Somewhere to sit or lean makes fish and chips easier to eat.
Wickstreet questions
How far is Wickstreet from London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Wickstreet?
The closest is Berwick (Sussex) station, roughly 1.5 miles away.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
Do you do anything other than fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
What affects the price in Wickstreet
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Service time
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Cod, haddock or both
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your event.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Your date and serving time
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
Where the van can park in Wickstreet
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A spot near your guests
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Wickstreet
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
Also near Wickstreet
Also in Wickstreet
Bringing the van to Wickstreet
Wickstreet is about 3 miles west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Events in Wickstreet are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We take the van to 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 14 miles away.
If you are gathering after a service at a church like The Parish Church of St Pancras, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. For anyone arriving by rail, Berwick (Sussex) station, about 1.5 miles south-west, is the nearest station. Wickstreet is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
Here we cover the BN26 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Arlington (1 mile south), Berwick (2 miles south-west), Ripe (2 miles north-west), Selmeston (2 miles south-west) and Golden Cross (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (7 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (7 miles south-west), Lewes (8 miles west), Hailsham (3 miles east) and Crowborough (13 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Drusillas Museum (2.8 miles south) and Burlough Castle (2.9 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Firle Beacon.
- Local schools include Park Mead Primary School (1 mile north-east)
- Local pubs include The Plough Inn (0.8 miles north-east)
Why choose a fish and chip van in Wickstreet?
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and nothing’s hot on a cool evening. Fish and chips is fried to order and served hot. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why Wickstreet hosts choose us
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Something for guests to gather round
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Bookings across East Sussex, including Wickstreet
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
About the food
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it is hot, crisp and generous.
- 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