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Fish and chip van hire in Wilmington, East Sussex
Fish and chip van hire in Wilmington: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Village fêtes and school fairs
Fish and chip van hire for Wilmington events
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Wilmington
We keep the menu to the classics: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus the sides everyone expects. Fewer choices means fresher food and shorter waits. For work Christmas parties and visits to care homes and day centres, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, sausage and chips and haddock and chips for your guests.
Somewhere like Wilmington, a yard or firm field often works. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
- Where
- Wilmington (BN26)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
How it works
The first sign we’ve arrived is generally the smell, about the time the first guests wander across. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. In Wilmington, 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. In December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Clear the route for the van
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Where the van can park in Wilmington
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
Looking after everyone
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Send allergies to us in writing
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier.
Tell people when the van opens, so they don’t miss out.
What comes out of the fryer
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce and it is on the menu.
FAQs for Wilmington
What about events near the coast?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind doesn’t affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Which station is closest to Wilmington?
Berwick (Sussex) station, about 1.8 miles north-west of the centre.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Wilmington.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before booking.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Towns and villages near Wilmington
Other occasions in Wilmington
Takeaway run or book a van?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Perfect for your event in Wilmington
It is ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, where people can wander up when they’re ready.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Wilmington:
- Garden get-togethers
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Evening wedding food
- Milestone birthday parties
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as St Mary and St Peter's Church, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby.
Comparing caterers
- The deadline for final numbers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Allergen information for each item
- If the price includes VAT
What affects the price in Wilmington
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Access and parking
- How long we serve
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where the event is
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- A picture of where the van would go
Planning a fish and chip van in Wilmington? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Fish and chip van hire around Wilmington
Wilmington is about 4 miles south-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Whether your event is in the middle of Wilmington or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Wilmington is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 14 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, the closest railway station is Berwick (Sussex) station, roughly 1.8 miles north-west of the centre. PTAs at schools such as Willingdon Community School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. Wilmington is within about 2 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. The coast is within about 6 miles of Wilmington, so fish and chips feels right at home here. On windy days, we plan a sheltered side for the queue.
Here we cover the BN26 postcode area. Your event could be at a house on The Street and Ades Field, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. For events just outside Wilmington, we cover Milton Street (1 mile south-west), Winton (2 miles west), Arlington (2 miles north), Berwick (2 miles north-west) and Lullington (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (5 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (5 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles north-west), Hailsham (4 miles north-east) and Uckfield (11 miles north).
A little further out are Agricultural Museum (under half a mile south) and Burlough Castle (1 mile west). Within reach you’ll find Combe Hill.
- Nearby, you will find The Sussex Ox pub (0.9 miles south-west)
- 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