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Fish and chip van hire in BN88
Planning an event in BN88? We cover Prestonville and Preston and the rest of the district, with fish and chips fried to order.
Planning an event in BN88?
Where we cater in BN88
Occasions in BN88
- Funeral and wake catering
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Film and TV set catering
- Fish and chip van hire
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- All occasions
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a price: send us your details through our quote form.
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About fish and chip van hire in BN88
If the van can park there, we can fry there: a driveway, a car park, a yard or a firm field in and around BN88. We’re frequently asked to cater staff thank-you lunches and village fêtes and school fairs, serving mushy peas, curry sauce and haddock and chips.
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it’s served.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Cost
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Why book our van
- A quote that spells everything out
- Quick service from the hatch
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability right away.
Landmarks near Prestonville
In Prestonville, that can mean an event near Preston Park, St Luke's Church Prestonville and Brighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College. You will also find The Drive Prep School (0.7 miles west), Stanford Infant School (less than half a mile north) and Milligan House (less than half a mile east). For guests coming by rail, the closest station is Preston Park station, roughly 0.6 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Clayton Castle (5 miles north) and Churchill Square (1 mile south). Green spaces nearby include Whitehawk Hill and Newmarket Hill.
Planning a chip van in BN88
Across BN88, we serve 2 towns and 0 villages and hamlets, so whether your event is in Prestonville and Preston or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level spot, a clear way in and a plan.
Prestonville: After a service at St Luke's Church Prestonville, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Stanford Infant School, can book the van as a food stall. In Prestonville, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 3:55pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
Events we cater in BN88
It is ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, with people coming up to the hatch as they please.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in BN88 and Brighton and Hove:
- Work Christmas parties
- Care home visits
- Company team days
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
What the van needs
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and help find another. What matters most:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
Takeaway run or book a van?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
About the food
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Common questions in BN88
Can you cater for allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
Frequently, yes. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will tell you honestly how service will work.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is typically simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
It can be. A portion of fish, chips and peas is a proper meal, and you can add your own cake or desserts.
- 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