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Fish and chip van hire in BN9
Fish and chip van hire across BN9, from Newhaven, Denton and Piddinghoe. Weddings, parties, staff days, fêtes and wakes, fried fresh at the hatch.
Book the chip van in BN9
Where we cater in BN9
What we do in BN9
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Film and TV set catering
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Fish and chip van hire
- Funeral and wake catering
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Fish and chip van for parties
- All occasions
Send us your event details and postcode and we’ll reply with a price: use our quote form.
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Areas we cover
Fish and chip van hire across BN9
Because the cooking is in the van, the weather does not stop us. That makes it a safe bet for British events. We’re frequently asked to cater weddings and evening receptions and summer garden parties, with haddock and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas.
The first sign we have arrived is generally the smell, about the time the first guests wander across. After that, it’s a steady flow to the hatch.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Cost
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Why book with us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Quick service from the hatch
- Classic food your guests already know
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
Ask for a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in BN9? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Local landmarks in Newhaven
You’ll find the van serving near Castle Hill, Harbour Primary and Nursery School and UTC@Harbourside, among other places. Also close by are Church of St Michael and All Angels (under half a mile south-west) and The Ship Hotel (less than half a mile north). There is a railway station in Newhaven itself: Newhaven Town station. A little further out are Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (1.2 miles south-east) and Newhaven Museum (0.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Newhaven include Itford Hill.
Planning a chip van in BN9
Across BN9, we serve 3 towns and 3 villages and hamlets, so the setting can be anything from Newhaven, Peacehaven and Denton to a quiet hamlet: a level spot, a clear way in and a plan. Around 6 places in BN9 are close to the coast, so we frequently plan a sheltered side for the queue, and fish and chips feels right at home.
Newhaven: For a fundraiser at a school like UTC@Harbourside, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school. If you are gathering after a service at a church like Church of St Michael and All Angels, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Newhaven, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 3:55pm.
Occasions we serve in BN9
People book a chip van because it’s food and a bit of fun at once. The van becomes a focal point, and the food is hot and generous.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in BN9 and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Company team days
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Garden get-togethers
- Village fêtes and school fairs
Allergies and dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
- Confirm allergies by email
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
Fish and chips is at its best fresh from the fryer, so we cook as people come up to the hatch.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
About the food
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it is on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Organising for someone else?
Organising a club, school or community event in BN9? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
What a fish and chip van costs
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- How easy the site is to reach
- The menu and how many choices
- The length of service
- Any minimum charge
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The address or venue name
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
BN9 questions
Can fish and chips be the only food?
Fish and chips is a meal in itself. Many hosts add their own desserts or cake.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we’ll confirm the rest.
Which fish do you use?
Both are on our menu; tell us which you’d like for your event.
What can guests choose from?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
- 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