East Sussex · England
Fish and chip van for parties in Maresfield, East Sussex
We bring a fish and chip van for your party to Maresfield and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Leaving parties
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
A chip van near Maresfield
Party fish and chip van in Maresfield, fried fresh
We park on the drive or a firm spot near the party, with the serving hatch towards the garden. We’re often asked to cater family celebrations after a christening and family reunions, serving mushy peas, sausage and chips and haddock and chips.
Country parties near Maresfield suit a chip van: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
- Where
- Maresfield (TN22)
- County
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Takeaway run or book a van?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
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.
Towns and villages near Maresfield
What else we do in Maresfield
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
Let the neighbours know the van is coming, or invite them.
Put the menu up by the van.
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If things run late, we hold off cooking until you’re ready, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. Sunset in Maresfield is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, the queue and the path to the van need light.
- 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.
- We arrive, park on the drive or agreed spot and set up.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Hosting a chip van party in Maresfield
Maresfield is about 2 miles north of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Whether your party is in the middle of Maresfield or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Maresfield is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 15 miles away.
Thinking of using West Park? Parks generally need the owner’s permission, frequently the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade. A christening at The Parish Church of St Bartholomew followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan. Maresfield is within about 8 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in TN22, we can bring the van to you. Whether your party is on High Street, Robian Close and Batts Bridge Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Close by, we cover parties in Budlett's Common (1 mile south-east), Down Street (1 mile west), Ridgewood (3 miles south), Little Horsted (3 miles south) and Newick (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Seaford (15 miles south), Lewes (9 miles south-west), Hailsham (12 miles south-east), Crowborough (5 miles north-east), Newhaven (14 miles south) and Peacehaven (14 miles south).
A little further out are Tickerage Castle (3.4 miles south-east) and Uckfield Community Hospital (2.3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Maresfield include Brickfield Meadow.
- Nearby schools include Uckfield College (1.8 miles south-east)
Working with your venue
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Questions from Maresfield
How far is Maresfield from London?
Roughly 36 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
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 will work to whatever the site needs.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
Can you park at our house?
That depends on the space and the route in. Tell us about gates, slopes and overhead branches, and we will advise.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
When do you arrive?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
What if the weather’s bad?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The number of meals
- The date and time of year
- The minimum booking
- How far we travel
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Where the event is
- Anything awkward about the way in
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
Hiring a hall and a caterer adds up. A van on the drive keeps it simple. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why us?
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- No surprises in your quote
- We cover Maresfield and the whole of East Sussex
- No kitchen needed
See how we price and the cost guide.
Events we cater in Maresfield
You do not need a venue: a drive or a firm spot near the garden will do.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Birthday parties
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Leaving parties
- Family reunions
If guests are coming by rail, Uckfield station, about 2 miles south, is the nearest station.
Comparing caterers
- Whether there is a minimum
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- How much space the van takes up
- Whether travel is included
- 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