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Fish and chip van for parties in Etchingham, East Sussex
Party fish and chip van in Etchingham: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Garden get-togethers
- Milestone birthdays
- Family reunions
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About our party fish and chip van in Etchingham
Sausage and chips covers the children and anyone who does not want fish, so nobody needs a separate meal. Whether it is family celebrations after a christening and birthday parties, we will put together a menu of curry sauce, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
Country parties near Etchingham suit a chip van: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. We serve from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
- Location
- Etchingham (TN19)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you contact us. In general, we need:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
Who books party fish and chip van in Etchingham?
No washing up, no cold buffet to throw away, which makes the morning after much easier.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Etchingham and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Family parties with children
- Engagement parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Naming days and christenings
A christening at The Parish Church of St Nicholas and St Mary followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
Comparing caterers
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Whether VAT is included
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The service time, and the cost of running over
Common questions in Etchingham
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Etchingham from London?
Roughly 41 miles from the centre of London.
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Do you do street parties?
Yes, with the council’s permission for the road closure. Mention the van in your application.
Will the van fit on our drive?
Normally, if the drive is level and firm and the van can get in. Send a picture of the drive and the way in.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
What areas do you cover?
We take the van across London and the South East, including East Sussex. See all areas.
How fast is service?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We will talk it through when we quote.
Towns and villages near Etchingham
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How the day works
We work to your timings. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it is served. For a late-May party in Etchingham, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:15pm. After dark, light the area around the van.
- It starts with your date, address and numbers.
- We check where the van can park and send a price.
- On the day, we park up and get the fryers going.
- We fry fresh and serve from the hatch as your guests come up.
- We pack up when we’re done and leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Give us a contact for the day
Getting a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Takeaway run or book a van?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the party.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Planning a party in Etchingham
Etchingham is about 11 miles north-west of Hastings, in East Sussex. Tell us where your party in Etchingham will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. Etchingham is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 28 miles away.
For party guests on the train, Etchingham station is in Etchingham itself. Among the historic houses close to Etchingham are Bateman's (2.8 miles south-west). Grand settings like these frequently have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Etchingham, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For parties in TN19, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. Whether your party is on High Street, Oxenbridge Lane and Church Hill or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. For parties just outside Etchingham, we cover Burgh Hill (1 mile north-east), Hurst Green (2 miles north-east), Silver Hill (2 miles east), Cooper's Corner (2 miles north-east) and Ticehurst (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (11 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-west), Crowborough (12 miles west), St Leonards (12 miles south-east) and Uckfield (15 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Ticehurst House Hospital (3.3 miles north-west). Within reach you will find Bewl Water.
- Schools near Etchingham include Robertsbridge Community College (1.9 miles south-east)
About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
These are the factors that matter most:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The length of service
- Your choice of menu
- Numbers
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It’s worth asking early.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
Having the party at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Send us a picture of the drive
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Put allergy details in writing
We park on the agreed spot and set up, and serve as the party carries on.
A sign by the hatch with the menu speeds things up.
- 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