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Wedding fish and chip van in Sedlescombe, East Sussex
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your wedding turns food into part of your wedding in Sedlescombe.
- Engagement parties
- Wedding after-parties
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
Book the van in Sedlescombe
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Wedding fish and chip van in Sedlescombe, fried fresh
We agree timings with you and your venue, so service fits around the first dance, the cake and the band. Popular choices include cod and chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for rustic farm weddings and relaxed, informal receptions.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Sedlescombe, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. Everything is fried fresh at your wedding, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and handed over as soon as it is ready.
- Location
- Sedlescombe (TN33)
- County
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning wedding fish and chips in Sedlescombe
Sedlescombe is about 5 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Tell us where your wedding in Sedlescombe will be, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. We cover 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 30 miles away.
It is worth telling train travellers that Battle station is about 2.3 miles away. If you want countryside in your photos, Senlac Hill isn’t far, and the countryside around Sedlescombe suits an outdoor reception. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Sedlescombe, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van. With the coast within about 6 miles, fish and chips suits a seaside-style wedding. We will plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
We take the van to weddings all over TN33. Streets in the area include The Street, Orchard Way and Park Shaw, and the van can serve a wedding on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Whatlington (1 mile west), Kent Street (2 miles south), Swaile's Green (2 miles north), Cripp's Corner (2 miles north) and Telham (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (15 miles south-west), Hastings (5 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (7 miles south-west), Hailsham (13 miles west), St Leonards (6 miles south) and Polegate (15 miles south-west).
A little further out are Nortons Farm Museum (1.3 miles south) and Conquest Hospital (3.8 miles south). Within reach you will find Senlac Hill and Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
A chip van compared with other options
A hog roast is a classic for weddings, but it is one dish, and some guests do not eat pork. A chip van offers fish, sausages and pies. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- A van that becomes part of the event
- A quote that spells everything out
- No kitchen needed
For event organisers in Sedlescombe
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Sedlescombe? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
What happens on the day
We arrive on time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts right on schedule. Winter weddings in Sedlescombe are dark by about 3:55pm, so plan a lit path from the party to the van.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Planning help
Sedlescombe: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Sedlescombe?
Battle station, about 2.3 miles south-west of the centre.
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
How many portions do we need?
Normally most, not all. Tell us your numbers and timings, and we’ll advise.
Do you need power or water?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we will say what we need.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Sedlescombe.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so it is fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
What if we only have street parking?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
How much space do you need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- How easy the site is to reach
- Distance and any road charges
- Cod, haddock or both
- The number of meals
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- The venue or postcode
- The date and time of the event
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Still finalising the details? No problem: tell us the basics about your wedding, and we will quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
Events we cater in Sedlescombe
Rain does not stop the fryers, which takes one worry off the list.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
- Second-day and after-party food
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Seaside-themed weddings
Among the historic houses close to Sedlescombe are Durhamford Manor (0.7 miles north-west) and Great Dixter (4.9 miles north-east). Grand venues like these typically set rules for outside caterers, so ask before booking.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- How late numbers can change
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether travel is included
Nearby places to Sedlescombe
What else we do in Sedlescombe
Planning the van’s spot
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Evening fish and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- 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