East Sussex · England
Party Fish and Chip Van in Forest Row
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Party fish and chip van in Forest Row.
- Milestone birthdays
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Get-togethers with old friends
Book the van in Forest Row
Party fish and chip van in Forest Row, cooked to order
It is a treat that feels special without being formal: paper portions of fish and chips in the garden. On the menu are mushy peas, curry sauce and pie and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater get-togethers with old friends and christenings and naming days.
In a place like Forest Row, a party at home is generally the easiest option. Let us know how the van reaches the house, and we will do the rest. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your party, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
- Location
- Forest Row (RH18)
- County
- East Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Hosting a chip van party in Forest Row
Forest Row is about 3 miles south-east of East Grinstead, in East Sussex. Wherever your party is in the RH18 area, we can fry fresh for your guests. We serve 289 places in East Sussex. Our bookings stretch from Forest Row to Brighton (19 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is East Grinstead station, about 3.2 miles north-west. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as The Parish Church of the Holy Trinity, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. The High Weald National Landscape is within about a mile of Forest Row, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Here we cover the RH18 postcode area, and we can serve your party anywhere in it. That could mean a party at a home on Evelyn Clark Square, Station Road and London Road, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Coleman's Hatch (1 mile east), Wych Cross (2 miles south), Upper Hartfield (2 miles east), Chelwood Gate (3 miles south) and Birchgrove (3 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Lewes (15 miles south), Crowborough (6 miles south-east), Uckfield (9 miles south), South Malling (15 miles south), Heathfield (13 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include East Grinstead Museum (2.8 miles north-west) and Bolebroke Castle (3.6 miles north-east).
- Local schools include Greenfields School (0.9 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find Foresters Arms (less than half a mile north)
For planners, venues and organisers
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The menu and how many choices
- Service time
- How easy the site is to reach
- The date and time of year
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The address or venue name
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- A picture of where the van would go
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can use our quote form.
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion, so we bring it along.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
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Forest Row: your questions answered
Do you come to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
What’s the nearest station to Forest Row?
East Grinstead station, about 3.2 miles north-west of the centre.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
Do you cover Forest Row?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Forest Row and the rest of East Sussex. To check your date, use our quote form.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
Can you come to a street party?
Yes, where the council allows it. Start the road closure application early.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
How far ahead should we book a party?
Summer weekends go first. Contact us with your date.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Forest Row?
People book a chip van for parties because nobody has to cook. It’s also a bit of fun.
Whatever the occasion in Forest Row, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re often booked for:
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Anniversary celebrations
- Family celebrations after a christening
Nearby historic houses include Standen (2.3 miles west) and Hammerwood Park (2.8 miles north-east). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first.
What your quote should include
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- How late numbers can change
- Whether there is a minimum
Step by step
The first sign we’ve arrived is usually the smell, about the time the first guests wander across. After that, it is a steady flow to the hatch. Sunset in Forest Row is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. After dark, light the area around the van.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check access for the van and send a quote.
- On the day we arrive, park up and heat the fryers.
- We fry fresh and serve from the hatch as your guests come up.
- We pack up afterwards and leave the drive tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Give us a contact for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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Planning for dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Make sure the van can park legally
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Show us where the van would go
It is worth telling the neighbours.
Finish with the birthday cake.
Where the van can park in Forest Row
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
- 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