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Fish and chip van for parties in Furnace Wood, West Sussex
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your party makes the food a highlight of your party in Furnace Wood.
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Street parties
- Kids’ birthday parties
Party fish and chip van in Furnace Wood
Party fish and chip van for your party in Furnace Wood
Everything is cooked as people come up, not left out on a table for hours. Typical bookings include big birthdays and naming days and christenings, with curry sauce, cod and chips and gravy.
A country party near Furnace Wood is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Everything is fried fresh at your party, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and handed over as soon as it is ready.
- Where
- Furnace Wood (RH19)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
The process
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we will adjust start times and pace to suit your party. Autumn and winter parties in Furnace Wood get dark early: about 7:05pm in late September and 3:55pm in December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check where the van can park and send a price.
- On the day we arrive, park up and heat the fryers.
- We serve hot from the hatch while the party carries on.
- We pack up when we are done and leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
Perfect for your party in Furnace Wood
It works at home: a drive or a firm spot near the garden will do.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Street parties
- Children’s parties
- Summer garden parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
Historic houses near Furnace Wood include Saint Hill Manor (3 miles south-east) and Standen (3.4 miles south-east). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
Before booking anyone
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- What happens if plans change
- What they can offer for dietary needs
Why choose a fish and chip van in Furnace Wood?
A takeaway order for a party takes ages and arrives lukewarm. A van fries on the spot. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your party.
What you get with us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A van that becomes part of the event
- All the chip-shop extras
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Towns and villages near Furnace Wood
Also in Furnace Wood
The menu, dish by dish
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Parties in Furnace Wood: homes, halls and local tips
Furnace Wood is about 3 miles west of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. From the centre of Furnace Wood to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Furnace Wood is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Furnace Wood to Brighton (21 miles away).
For guests coming by train, East Grinstead station, about 2.5 miles south-east, is the nearest station. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Furnace Wood, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Parties anywhere in RH19 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Whether your party is on Lake View Road, Felcot Road and Furnace Farm Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Other places close to Furnace Wood we cover include Domewood (1 mile north-west), Snow Hill (1 mile west), Felbridge (1 mile east), Crawley Down (1 mile south) and Newchapel (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (6 miles west), Horsham (12 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south), Burgess Hill (13 miles south), East Grinstead (3 miles east) and Broadfield (7 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Effingham Park Motor Museum (0.9 miles west) and Queen Victoria Hospital (3.1 miles east). Open spaces near Furnace Wood include Hedgecourt Lake.
- Schools near Furnace Wood include Imberhorne School (1.6 miles east)
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
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.
Working with your venue
Having the party at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Send us a picture of the drive
- Make sure the van can park legally
We arrive, park up and heat the fryers, then serve as guests come up.
Your own cake makes the perfect finish.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The menu and how many choices
- Whether a minimum applies
- The day of the week
- How many people are eating
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Roughly how many people, including children
- A photo of the parking spot
- Allergies and diets you know about
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
Common questions in Furnace Wood
Do you come out to small places like Furnace Wood?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is Furnace Wood close to London?
Roughly 25 miles from the centre of London.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
What if the weather’s bad?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
What if we only have street parking?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a photo if you can.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
- 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