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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Arundel, West Sussex
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your event makes the food a highlight of your event in Arundel.
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Fundraisers
- Sports days
Fish and chip van for events in Arundel
What affects the price in Arundel
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The day of the week
- Access and parking
- How many people are eating
- How far we travel
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, 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
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A picture of the parking spot
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Fish and chip van for events in Arundel, fried fresh
Few things draw a crowd at a fête or festival like the smell of fish and chips. Organisers get a trader almost everyone is happy to queue for. We serve sausage and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas, and we’re regularly asked to cater horse and dog shows and church fêtes.
Around Arundel, a fête or summer fair suits fish and chips. Tell us about the pitch, ground and access. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
- Area
- Arundel (BN18)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Takeaway run or book a van?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your visitors instead.
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.
About the food
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
Running an event in Arundel
Arundel is about 3 miles north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. From the centre of Arundel to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Arundel is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 19 miles away.
If visitors are coming by train, Arundel station is about 0.7 miles away. Church fêtes, at churches such as Trinity Congregational Church, are a natural home for a chip van. Within about 4 miles is the South Downs National Park, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we work to the site rules. With the sea within about 4 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events.
We serve events across the BN18 postcode area. From London Road, High Street and Arundel Relief Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. With the A27 and A284 close by, Arundel is easy for us to reach with the van. Other places close to Arundel we cover include Crossbush (1 mile south-east), Tortington (1 mile south-west), Warningcamp (2 miles east), Lyminster (2 miles south) and Ford (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Worthing (7 miles east), Bognor Regis (7 miles south-west), Chichester (10 miles west), Selsey (13 miles south-west), Littlehampton (3 miles south-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Arundel Castle (within half a mile north-east) and Arundel and District Hospital (less than half a mile north-west). Open spaces near Arundel include Bignor Hill and WWT Arundel.
- Local pubs include The Newburgh Arms (within half a mile east)
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Arundel
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Do you trade at school fairs around Arundel?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Send us the date and where the van would go.
Do you do crew food?
Yes. Tell us how many and when, and we will quote.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Can you cook in the rain?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is generally simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can the van come to Arundel?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Arundel is within our area. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Arundel
It is low-maintenance for organisers.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Sports tournaments
- Summer fairs
- Country shows
- Festivals
Events in parks such as Arundel Park need permission from the council or landowner, and the van needs a firm route onto the pitch.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether travel is included
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Allergen information for each item
Planning for dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
- Agree how we’ll be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Send us the pitch size and ground conditions
Plan where the queue forms, especially near rides and games.
Pre-selling meal tickets helps us plan.
Before you choose a spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Somewhere firm if it rains
- Details of any power or water on site
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
A chip van compared with other options
For a reliable crowd-pleaser, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Arundel. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
What you get with us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- A van that becomes part of the event
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
How it works
We arrive on time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. For an evening event in Arundel, sunset is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- 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 visitors.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Share the timings for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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- 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