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Fish and chip van for parties in Broad Oak, East Sussex
Party fish and chip van in Broad Oak: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Leaving parties
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
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Party fish and chip van in Broad Oak, cooked to order
Sausage and chips covers the children and anyone who does not want fish, so nobody needs a separate meal. For leaving parties and street parties, we will put together a menu of haddock and chips, cod and chips and gravy for your guests.
A country party near Broad Oak is perfect for fish and chips: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
- Where
- Broad Oak (TN21)
- Region
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Broad Oak parties: what to know
Broad Oak is about 7 miles south-east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. For a party in Broad Oak, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Broad Oak. We cover 289 places in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Broad Oak to Brighton (21 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Broad Oak are Bateman's (4.2 miles east). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Stonegate station, about 4.5 miles north-east. Broad Oak is within about 4 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in TN21, we can bring the van to you. We can serve a party on streets such as Halley Road, Burwash Road and Highview Road or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Close by, we cover parties in Cade Street (1 mile south-west), Old Heathfield (1 mile south), Heathfield (2 miles south-west), Sandy Cross (2 miles south-west) and Maynard's Green (3 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Eastbourne (13 miles south), Hastings (14 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles south-east), Lewes (14 miles south-west), Hailsham (8 miles south) and Crowborough (7 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Old Castle (3.7 miles south-east) and Sussex Farm Museum (3.6 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Selwyns Wood.
- Schools near Broad Oak include Heathfield Community College (0.8 miles south)
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Let your neighbours know
- Confirm allergies by email
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
With children, food about an hour in works well.
Bunting and festoon lights by the van make it part of the party.
Common questions in Broad Oak
We’re gathering after a service at Ebenezer Chapel: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Do you come out to small places like Broad Oak?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
How early do summer dates go?
Summer weekends go first. Ask about your date.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van, mainly. Tell us what’s available and we will take it from there.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
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’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
About the food
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.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
How the day works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your party. For a late-May party in Broad Oak, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it is about 9:15pm. If the party runs past dark, the queue and the path to the van need light.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- 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
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Ask for a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Planning help
Before you choose a spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
Perfect for your party in Broad Oak
With a van, the host gets to enjoy the party. It’s also a bit of fun.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Broad Oak book the van for events such as:
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Anniversary celebrations
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Retirement celebrations
A christening at Ebenezer Chapel followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
Questions to ask before booking
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Any minimum charge
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- When payment is due
A chip van compared with other options
A hog roast is pork only, while a chip van gives people a choice. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
What you get with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Something for guests to gather round
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
See our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Places near Broad Oak
Other occasions in Broad Oak
Should I sort the food myself?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
- 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