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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Bepton Common, West Sussex
Fish and chip van for events in Bepton Common: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Fish and chip supper nights
- Country shows
- Community open days
Planning an event in Bepton Common?
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
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. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
Fish and chip van for events in Bepton Common, cooked to order
Country shows and field events suit a van, as long as there’s a firm route onto the pitch. On the menu are curry sauce, cod and chips and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for fundraisers and church fêtes and fish and chip suppers.
A fête near Bepton Common might be on a field with no mains power; let us know and we’ll plan for it. Timings are planned around your event, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
- Location
- Bepton Common (GU29)
- County
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
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Space, access and the venue
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that does not block walkways
- A clear route onto the pitch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
How the day works
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we’re there in good time before you want to eat. Evening events in Bepton Common have light until about 9:20pm at midsummer; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Ask for a quote
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.
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Bepton Common: your questions answered
How far is Bepton Common from London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
How do you handle allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we will give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac visitors when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
How big a pitch do you need?
Tell us the pitch size and ground, and we’ll confirm.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
Event catering near Bepton Common
Bepton Common is about 8 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. For an event in Bepton Common, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Bepton Common. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 20 miles away.
PTAs at schools such as Midhurst CofE Primary School frequently want one reliable hot-food stall. Events in and around the South Downs National Park, within about 2 miles of Bepton Common, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we work to the site rules.
For events in GU29, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many visitors. That could mean an event at a home on Bepton Road and Severals Road, wherever the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Midhurst (1 mile north-east), Cocking Causeway (1 mile south-east), Minsted (1 mile west), West Lavington (1 mile east) and Stedham (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (10 miles south), Littlehampton (15 miles south-east), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Storrington (14 miles east) and Billingshurst (14 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Midhurst Community Hospital (1.4 miles north-east) and Midhurst Museum (1 mile north-east). Green spaces nearby include Levin Down and Iping and Stedham Commons.
- Local schools include St Margaret's Convent (0.9 miles north-east) and Midhurst Rother College (1.2 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Royal Oak Public House (0.8 miles east)
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
Occasions we serve in Bepton Common
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, which matters at outdoor events.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Sports club events and race days
- Country shows
- Festivals
- Sports days
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Roman Catholic Church of Divine Motherhood, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
What to look for in a quote
- How many hours the van serves
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the price includes, item by item
What a fish and chip van costs
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The length of service
- The day of the week
- Access and parking
- Whether a minimum applies
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It’s worth asking early.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of the parking spot
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the van would park
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event for your event in Bepton Common? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
A chip van compared with other options
Cold food stalls are fine on a hot day, but hot food brings people in on cooler days. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
Why us?
- A quote that spells everything out
- A van that becomes part of the event
- No kitchen needed
- All the chip-shop extras
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
- 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