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Fish and chip van for parties in Boarshead, East Sussex
We bring a fish and chip van for your party to Boarshead and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
- Summer garden parties
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Kids’ birthday parties
Fresh fish and chips in Boarshead
Party fish and chip van in Boarshead, fried fresh
Everything is cooked as people come up, rather than sitting on a buffet table all afternoon. On the menu are pie and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce, and typical bookings are for summer garden parties and milestone birthdays.
Near Boarshead, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll plan the route. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- Boarshead (TN6)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Show us where the van would go
We arrive, park up and heat the fryers, then serve as guests come up.
A sign by the hatch with the menu speeds things up.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Parking and the way in
- The day of the week
- How long we serve
- Cod, haddock or both
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Your date and serving time
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Boarshead? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Also near Boarshead
Other occasions in Boarshead
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
For a relaxed celebration, a chip van is hard to beat in Boarshead. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It’s worth asking early.
Why book our van in Boarshead
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Hot food handed straight over
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Who books party fish and chip van in Boarshead?
It suits all ages, so it is ideal for family parties.
In Boarshead and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Naming days and christenings
- Retirement celebrations
- Street parties
- Engagement parties
Historic houses near Boarshead include Groombridge Place (3.3 miles north). Grand settings like these frequently have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- A clear list of what’s included
- The deadline for final numbers
- VAT, if it applies
Planning a party in Boarshead
Boarshead is about 2 miles north-east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Around Boarshead, we park wherever there is level, firm ground, close to your guests. Boarshead is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 21 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Eridge station, about 1.4 miles north-east, is the nearest station. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Boarshead, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Here we cover the TN6 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. Boarshead sits on or near the A26, which makes travel to your party easy. Other places close to Boarshead we cover include Steel Cross (1 mile south), Jarvis Brook (1 mile south), Crowborough (2 miles south-west), Mott's Mill (2 miles north) and Marden's Hill (2 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Hailsham (15 miles south), Uckfield (8 miles south-west), South Malling (15 miles south-west), Heathfield (8 miles south), Upper Horsebridge (14 miles south) and Cliffe (15 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.8 miles south-west) and Bolebroke Castle (4.9 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find Crowborough Country Park.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Boars Head Inn (under half a mile north-east)
How it works
We work to your timings. If things run late, we hold off cooking until you’re ready, so nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Midsummer parties in Boarshead stay bright until about 9:15pm, while a late-September one is dark by about 7:05pm. Plan lights for the drive and the queue if you’re eating late.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Name one person we can call on the day
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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What the van needs
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
FAQs for Boarshead
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 will work to whatever the site needs.
Is Boarshead too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
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 Boarshead.
Do you have allergen information?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Can you do something for the children?
Yes. Children typically love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Can the van come to our street party?
Yes, where the council allows it. Start the road closure application early.
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
About the food
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it is on the menu.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it’s lovely with a pie.
- 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