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Fish and chip van hire in TN36
Fish and chip van hire across TN36, from Winchelsea, Winchelsea Beach and Icklesham. For weddings, parties and work events, fried fresh at the hatch.
Planning an event in TN36?
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Occasions in TN36
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Film and TV set catering
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Fish and chip van hire
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Funeral and wake catering
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Every service
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Fish and chip van hire across TN36
Because the cooking is in the van, the weather does not stop us. It’s a dependable choice for events in any season. We serve sausage and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips, and we’re often booked for work Christmas parties and weddings, especially the evening.
Because we cook inside the van, rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
What you’ll pay
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Why hosts in TN36 choose us
- We cover TN36 and the whole of East Sussex
- Something for guests to gather round
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- No kitchen needed
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Local landmarks in Winchelsea
We park up for events around Rye Harbour LNR, St Thomas' Church of England Aided Primary School and Rye College and the streets around them. You will also find The Parish Church of St Thomas the Martyr (within half a mile south) and The New Inn (less than half a mile west). The nearest railway station is Winchelsea station, roughly 0.7 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Winchelsea Court Hall Museum (within half a mile north-west) and Camber Castle (1.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Winchelsea include Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.
A fish and chip van across TN36: what to know
There are 3 towns and 4 villages and hamlets in TN36, so whether your event is in Winchelsea, Winchelsea Beach and Icklesham or a quiet village, the approach is the same: firm ground, access and agreed timings. Around 4 places in TN36 are close to the coast, so we frequently plan a sheltered side for the queue.
Winchelsea: Parks such as Rye Harbour LNR normally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. For a fundraiser at a school like St Thomas' Church of England Aided Primary School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Winchelsea, sunset is around 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, but by late December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
Who books fish and chip van hire?
It’s familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting, which takes the worry out of feeding a mixed crowd.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Christmas parties
- Weddings, especially the evening
A chip van compared with other options
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and normally costs more per head. A fish and chip van needs a level spot and permission to park, and the food is cooked to order.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- Whether there’s a minimum
- How allergens are handled
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
Planning for dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
The oil needs time to come up to temperature, so we arrive well before service. If plans change, tell us and we will adjust.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
Before you choose a spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
TN36: your questions answered
Do you have allergen information?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we will give you the allergen information.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
How long are you on site?
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.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Children normally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
Does a chip van work for big events?
Frequently, yes. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan it with you.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
- 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