East Sussex · England
Party Fish and Chip Van in Udimore
We bring a fish and chip van for your party across Udimore and East Sussex, cooking to order on site.
- Naming days and christenings
- Retirement parties
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
Book the van in Udimore
Party fish and chip van in Udimore, cooked to order
For children, there’s sausage and chips, so nobody needs a separate meal. We serve haddock and chips, pie and chips and curry sauce, and we are regularly asked to cater street parties and reunions and family get-togethers.
Country parties near Udimore suit a chip van: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your party, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
- Location
- Udimore (TN31)
- Region
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Organising for someone else?
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Towns and villages near Udimore
Also in Udimore
Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A short walk from the party
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Compared with cooking a barbecue yourself, a chip van means nobody is stuck at the grill. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
Why book our van in Udimore
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- No kitchen needed
- A van that becomes part of the event
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Udimore parties: what to know
Udimore is about 6 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. Around Udimore, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground, close to your guests. We cover 289 places in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 30 miles away.
Within reach of Udimore are historic houses such as Lamb House (3.4 miles east) and Great Dixter (4.8 miles north-west). Grand settings like these frequently have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler. For guests coming by train, Winchelsea station, about 2.1 miles east, is the nearest station. The coast is within about 4 miles, so a chip van is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
This part of East Sussex takes in TN31, so your party can be anywhere in it. Whether your party is on Udimore Road and Float Lane or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. We also bring the van to parties in Cock Marling (1 mile east), Broadland Row (1 mile west), Broad Street (1 mile south), Icklesham (2 miles south) and Beckley Furnace (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (6 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (6 miles south-west), Belmont (6 miles south-west) and Hollington (7 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Winchelsea Court Hall Museum (2.5 miles south-east) and Conquest Hospital (5.4 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Flatropers Wood.
What affects the price in Udimore
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Parking and the way in
- The number of meals
- Your choice of menu
Larger groups usually cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Dietary needs, with numbers
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
The process
We do not cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it’s ordered, so it’s as fresh as from any chip shop. For a late-May party in Udimore, sunset is around 8:45pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:15pm. After dark, light the area around the van.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Before we arrive
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Ask for a quote
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, fill in our quote form.
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Should I sort the food myself?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Udimore
What’s the nearest station to Udimore?
Winchelsea station, about 2.1 miles east of the centre.
Is Udimore close to London?
About 50 miles from central London.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your party and we will send a quote.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
Do you do street parties?
Yes, with the council’s permission for the road closure. Tell the council about the van.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can the van park on grass?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Udimore?
Everyone from toddlers to grandparents enjoys it, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Udimore, people book us for occasions like:
- Garden get-togethers
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Family parties with children
- Retirement parties
If the day starts at The Parish Church of St Mary, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives.
What your quote should include
- The van’s size and access needs
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- 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