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Wedding fish and chip van in Friar's Gate, East Sussex
Wedding fish and chip van in Friar's Gate: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Informal weddings
- Barn weddings
- Garden and marquee receptions
Wedding fish and chip van in Friar's Gate
Wedding fish and chip van in Friar's Gate, cooked to order
A chip van is at home at barn, marquee and garden weddings, because there’s frequently a yard or track close to the party. For marquee and garden weddings and vow renewal parties, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, cod and chips and haddock and chips for your guests.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Friar's Gate, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. Timings are planned around your wedding, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
- Area
- Friar's Gate (TN6)
- Region
- East Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How many people are eating
- Distance and any road charges
- How long we serve
- Cod, haddock or both
Larger groups generally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your wedding, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and time of the event
- Allergies and diets you know about
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. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Common questions in Friar's Gate
We are gathering after a service at St John's Church: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
What’s the nearest station to Friar's Gate?
The closest is Eridge station, roughly 3 miles away.
Do you bring everything you need?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we will confirm what we need.
Does every evening guest need to eat?
Not every guest eats in the evening. Tell us your numbers and timings, and we’ll advise.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Will guests take photos at the van?
Lots of couples ask for a photo at the van. If you’d rather not, we will park out of shot where possible.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
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Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Put bins near the van
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Ask your venue about catering vans first
- Plan something for guests we cannot cater for
If speeches or dances run over, we simply start a little later.
Ask your band or DJ to tell guests the van is open.
Should I sort the food myself?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
For event organisers in Friar's Gate
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
A chip van compared with other options
Next to a cold buffet, fish and chips is hot and fresh, and nothing sits out drying up. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your wedding is.
Why book our van in Friar's Gate
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Bookings across East Sussex, including Friar's Gate
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- No kitchen needed
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
How it works
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it is served. Evening food at a Friar's Gate wedding often goes out just as the light fades: about 9:20pm at midsummer, 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September. A few lights by the hatch help guests and photos alike.
- 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.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the van can get in
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Getting a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Where the van can park in Friar's Gate
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Friar's Gate
Friar's Gate is about 2 miles north-west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We serve weddings at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Friar's Gate and nearby villages. We take the van to 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 20 miles away.
Within reach of Friar's Gate are historic houses such as Bassetts Manor (3.6 miles north-west) and Groombridge Place (3.8 miles north-east). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and vehicles. If you are marrying at a church near Friar's Gate, such as St John's Church, and holding the reception nearby, the van can serve evening food there. With the High Weald National Landscape within about 5 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
Weddings anywhere in TN6 start with a parking spot for the van. Close by, we cover weddings in Marden's Hill (1 mile south-east), Chuck Hatch (1 mile west), Crowborough (2 miles south-east), Steel Cross (2 miles east) and Mott's Mill (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Lewes (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (15 miles south), Uckfield (7 miles south), South Malling (14 miles south), Heathfield (9 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Bolebroke Castle (3.4 miles north) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.9 miles south-east). The countryside around Friar's Gate includes Crowborough Country Park.
- Nearby schools include Beacon Academy (2 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Half Moon Inn (within half a mile north)
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.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
- 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