West Sussex · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire for Wivelsfield events
Planning a fish and chip van in Wivelsfield? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Big birthdays
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Fresh fish and chips in Wivelsfield
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Wivelsfield
You can keep it simple or plan it carefully: open service, or food at a fixed time. We will suggest what suits your event. We’re frequently asked to cater care home visits and village fêtes and school fairs, with sausage and chips, pie and chips and curry sauce.
Somewhere like Wivelsfield, a yard or firm field often works. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. You’ll know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Wivelsfield (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
What affects the price in Wivelsfield
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The menu and how many choices
- How many people are eating
- Any minimum charge
- Access and parking
Larger groups generally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What we need to know
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Your date and serving time
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Where the event is
Send us the date, the address or RH17 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
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.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Wivelsfield?
A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. A van fries on the spot, so the batter is still crisp. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
What you get with us
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Hot food handed straight over
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
What the van needs
We will be honest if a spot won’t work, and help find another. The main points are:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
Wivelsfield: venues, parking and local tips
Wivelsfield is about 2 miles east of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. From the centre of Wivelsfield to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We take the van to 371 places in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 9 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, the closest railway station is Wivelsfield station, roughly 1.4 miles west of the centre. Nearby historic houses include Ockenden Manor (3.6 miles north-west). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one. Wivelsfield is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
Events anywhere in RH17 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. That could mean an event at a home on Blackmores, Ditchling Road and Green Road or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Other places close to Wivelsfield we cover include Wivelsfield Green (1 mile east), Ditchling Common (1 mile south), Haywards Heath (2 miles north), Scaynes Hill (2 miles north-east) and Plumpton Green (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Crawley (11 miles north-west), Horsham (12 miles north-west), East Grinstead (12 miles north), Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-west), Lancing (14 miles south-west) and Broadfield (10 miles north-west).
A little further out are St Francis Hospital (1.6 miles north) and Burgess Hill Museum (1.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Wivelsfield includes Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Ditchling Beacon.
- Schools near Wivelsfield include The Burgess Hill Academy (2.2 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include Royal Oak pub (within half a mile south-west)
The menu, dish by dish
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it is on the menu.
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Wivelsfield
How far is Wivelsfield from London?
Roughly 37 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
We are gathering after a service at Ote Hall Chapel: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Send us the address.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Is fish and chips enough as a meal?
Yes. A portion of fish, chips and peas is a proper meal.
What can guests choose from?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We arrive in good time, set up, cook and serve, and keep in touch with you about timings.
A chalkboard by the hatch with the menu keeps the queue moving.
How the day works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your event in Wivelsfield. Around midsummer it stays light in Wivelsfield until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening events are usually served in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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For event organisers in Wivelsfield
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Organising a club, school or community event in Wivelsfield? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
- 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