East Sussex · England
Party Fish and Chip Van in Hankham
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your party in Hankham and the surrounding area.
- Family reunions
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Birthday parties
Planning an event in Hankham?
Party fish and chip van for your party in Hankham
Birthdays, garden parties, anniversaries and christenings all suit a fish and chip van. It is food every generation enjoys. We are often asked to cater street parties and neighbourhood events and garden parties and summer get-togethers, with gravy, sausage and chips and pie and chips.
A country party near Hankham is perfect for fish and chips: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. You’ll know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
- Area
- Hankham (BN24)
- County
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Your choice of menu
- How many people are eating
- The length of service
- The date and time of year
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the event is
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
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. To send them, use our quote form.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Hankham?
A buffet is easy but forgettable. The van becomes part of the party. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book with us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- We cover Hankham and the whole of East Sussex
- Hot food handed straight over
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
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. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Planners, venues and businesses
Organising a club, school or community event in Hankham? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
What the van needs
If a spot isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another. The main points are:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Hankham
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Chips
Common questions in Hankham
We’re gathering after a service at St Luke's Church: can you come?
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. Tell us where you will gather.
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
What do you need at the house?
A suitable spot for the van, mainly. Mention power and water and we will confirm the rest.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Party venues around Hankham
Hankham is about 3 miles north of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. For a party in Hankham, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. Hankham is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 19 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Pevensey & Westham station, about 1.4 miles south-east. After a christening at a church like St Luke's Church, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Hankham, so many gardens around here have a great outlook. Near the coast, within about 5 miles, a fish and chip van feels like a trip to the seaside.
We cover parties in every part of the BN24 postcode area. We can serve a party on streets such as Hankham Road, Milton Street and Foords Lane or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Blackness (1 mile south-west), Stone Cross (1 mile south), Polegate (2 miles west), Lower Willingdon (2 miles south-west) and Willingdon (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Eastbourne (3 miles south), Hastings (12 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles east), Seaford (9 miles west), Lewes (13 miles west) and Hailsham (3 miles north-west).
A little further out are Eastbourne District General Hospital (2.9 miles south-west) and Pevensey Castle (1.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Combe Hill.
- Schools near Hankham include Causeway School (1.2 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion pub (0.6 miles south)
Nearby places to Hankham
Also in Hankham
Step by step
The van turns up at the agreed time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. At midsummer, it is light in Hankham until about 9:15pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- First, tell us about your party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Getting a price
Each quote is put together for your party. Give us your date first, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
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Diets, allergies and planning
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Arrange an alternative if needed
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
Have bins and napkins by the van.
Seats or a few tables help people eat comfortably.
Who books party fish and chip van in Hankham?
People book a chip van for parties because nobody has to cook. It is also a bit of fun.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Hankham book the van for events such as:
- Big birthdays
- Naming days and christenings
- Family reunions
- Children’s parties
Historic houses near Hankham include Michelham Priory (4.4 miles north-west) and Horselunges Manor (4.7 miles north-west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
What to look for in a quote
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- What happens if plans change
- When payment is due
- When final numbers are due
- 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