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Fish and chip van hire in TN5
We serve all of the TN5 postcode district, which takes in Wadhurst, Ticehurst and Flimwell. Everything is fried fresh on the day.
Fish and chips across TN5
Places in TN5
- Wadhurst
- Ticehurst
- Flimwell
- Stonegate
- Cousley Wood
- Best Beech Hill
- Birchett's Green
- Newbury's
- Pell Green
- Shover's Green
- Stonecrouch
- Three Leg Cross
- Tidebrook
- Wallcrouch
Events we cater in TN5
- Film and TV set catering
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Funeral and wake catering
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Fish and chip van hire
- Christmas party fish and chips
- See everything we do
Send us your event details and postcode and we’ll reply with a price: fill in our quote form.
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Fish and chip van hire in TN5: what to expect
Because the cooking is in the van, the weather doesn’t stop us. That makes it a safe bet for British events. We serve gravy, curry sauce and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for staff thank-you lunches and wakes and celebrations of life.
We do not cook ahead. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, so it is as fresh as from any chip shop.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
What you will pay
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
What you get with us
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Local landmarks in Wadhurst
We park up for events around White Hart pub, Uplands Community College and The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul. Wadhurst’s nearest station is Wadhurst station, roughly 1 mile north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Ticehurst House Hospital (3.1 miles east) and Old Scotney Castle (3.9 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
Chip van hire across TN5
Across TN5, we serve 3 towns and 13 villages and hamlets, so the setting can be anything from Wadhurst, Ticehurst and Flimwell to a quiet hamlet: a level spot, a clear way in and a plan. The High Weald National Landscape is within easy reach of places across TN5, where some venues have extra rules about vehicles.
Wadhurst: Historic houses near Wadhurst include Wadhurst Castle (within half a mile south) and Scotney Castle (3.8 miles north-east). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one. If you are gathering after a service at a church like The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. Light matters for evening service: in Wadhurst, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 3:55pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Fewer choices mean faster service
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier for everyone.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
Occasions we serve in TN5
Everyone knows what they’re getting.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in TN5 book the van for events such as:
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Christmas parties
- Birthday celebrations
- Company team days
Food your guests will love
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Space, access and the venue
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A clear area by the serving hatch
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
TN5: your questions answered
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
What happens when we hire the van?
We bring the van to your event, set up, heat the fryers and cook to order, serving from the hatch at the time you choose.
Do you need power or water?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we will say what we need.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
It can be. Give us your numbers and service time, and we’ll plan it with you.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
- 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