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Party Fish and Chip Van in Ansty
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Ansty? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Retirement parties
- Engagement parties
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Planning an event in Ansty?
Diets, allergies and planning
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Show us where the van would go
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Arrange an alternative if needed
- Give us separate numbers for children
Keep the queue away from the road.
Plan cover in case of showers.
Party fish and chip van in Ansty, cooked to order
We park on the drive or a firm spot near the party, with the serving hatch towards the garden. On the menu are haddock and chips, curry sauce and sausage and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater children’s parties and neighbourhood get-togethers.
A country party near Ansty is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. Timings are planned around your party, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
- Location
- Ansty (RH17)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A hog roast is one dish, while a chip van gives people a choice. The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Why us?
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No surprises in your quote
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Classic food your guests already know
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
What else we do in Ansty
Space, access and the venue
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A spot near your guests
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- How easy the site is to reach
- How far we travel
- Whether a minimum applies
- Service time
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Expected numbers
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Anything awkward about the way in
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
Perfect for your party in Ansty
It’s a real treat for guests.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Ansty, people book us for occasions like:
- Retirement celebrations
- Naming days and christenings
- Anniversary celebrations
- Garden get-togethers
A christening at St John the Evangelist followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
Comparing caterers
- VAT, if it applies
- When payment is due
- A clear list of what’s included
- What happens if plans change
FAQs for Ansty
Do you come out to small places like Ansty?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do you cover Ansty?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Ansty. To check your date, use our quote form.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is generally made with wheat flour. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before booking.
Do we need to provide anything?
Mostly just a good parking spot. Tell us what’s available and we’ll take it from there.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
Where do you take the van?
We take the van across London and the South East, including West Sussex. See all areas.
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
How the day works
When we arrive, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Once we are hot, we cook to order, timed around your party. For a late-May party in Ansty, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it is about 9:20pm. After dark, light the area around the van.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Get a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your party for your party in Ansty? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
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Planning a party in Ansty
Ansty is about 3 miles west of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. Whether your party is in the middle of Ansty or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Ansty to Brighton (11 miles away).
For party guests on the train, Haywards Heath station, about 2.6 miles east, is the nearest station. Among the historic houses close to Ansty are Ockenden Manor (1.2 miles north-east) and Tyes Place (3 miles north). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Ansty, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Here we cover the RH17 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Upton Drive, Bolney Road and Deaks Paddock, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Abbotsford (2 miles south-east), Goddards Green (2 miles south), Hickstead (2 miles south-west), Jacob's Post (3 miles south-east) and World's End (3 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Crawley (8 miles north), Horsham (8 miles north-west), Haywards Heath (3 miles east), East Grinstead (11 miles north-east), Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-west) and Lancing (13 miles south-west).
A little further out are The Dene Hospital (2 miles south) and Cuckfield Museum (1.3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Ansty include Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
- 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