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Fish and chip van for parties in Colgate, West Sussex
Party fish and chip van in Colgate: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Naming days and christenings
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Leaving parties
Planning an event in Colgate?
Party fish and chip van for your party in Colgate
A chip van works for birthdays, garden parties and family celebrations. Everyone from toddlers to grandparents knows what they’re getting. We are often asked to cater street parties and garden parties and summer get-togethers, serving gravy, haddock and chips and pie and chips.
A country party near Colgate is perfect for fish and chips: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer before booking.
- Location
- Colgate (RH13, RH12)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Before you choose a spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Colgate
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
Organising for someone else?
Having the party at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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 is crisp.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
After service, we pack up and leave the drive tidy.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
Who books party fish and chip van in Colgate?
Hot food beats a buffet that is been out for hours.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Colgate and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Naming days and christenings
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Birthday parties
- Street parties
A christening at St. Saviour's Church followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- When final numbers are due
- Whether VAT is included
- Any minimum charge
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- Whether a minimum applies
- How far we travel
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How long we serve
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your party is.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Send us the date, the address or RH13 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and we will reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
The process
Service is quick: everything is handed over hot from the hatch, and people can eat where they like. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. A summer party in Colgate stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- 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.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Share the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Parties in Colgate: homes, halls and local tips
Colgate is about 3 miles south-west of Crawley, in West Sussex. Whether your party is in the middle of Colgate or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. Our bookings stretch from Colgate to Brighton (18 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Tyes Place (4.5 miles south-east). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. Parks such as Target Hill Park usually need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first.
Wherever your party is in RH13 and RH12, we can bring the van to you. That could mean a party at a home on Forest Road, Vicarage Close and Blackhouse Road or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. If your venue is just outside Colgate, we also cover Kilnwood Vale (1 mile north), Faygate (1 mile north-west), Broadfield (2 miles north-east), Roffey (2 miles west) and Handcross (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Crawley (3 miles north-east), Horsham (4 miles west), Haywards Heath (9 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles south-east), East Grinstead (11 miles east) and Storrington (14 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Crawley Museum (3.4 miles north-east) and County Mall (3.4 miles north-east). The countryside around Colgate includes Tilgate Lake and Warnham LNR.
- Local schools include Cottesmore School (1.3 miles east) and Holy Trinity CofE Secondary School (2.2 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Dragon pub (less than half a mile west)
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Colgate
Which station is closest to Colgate?
The closest is Faygate station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
Can you serve after a service at St. Saviour's Church?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll plan for them.
Do you need power or water from us?
Mostly just a good parking spot. Mention power and water and we will confirm the rest.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Where do you take the van?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Colgate.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
Next to a DIY barbecue, the host is not stuck cooking all afternoon. 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.
Why book with us
- No surprises in your quote
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
See our pricing or the cost guide.
Nearby places to Colgate
More for events in Colgate
- 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