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Fish and Chip Van for Events for Broadbridge events
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for your event in Broadbridge.
- Country shows
- School fairs and sports days
- Fundraisers
Book the van in Broadbridge
What the van needs
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that does not block walkways
- A hard-standing or firm grass pitch
- Somewhere firm if it rains
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Broadbridge
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
Fish and chip van for events in Broadbridge, cooked to order
A hot-food van gives families a reason to stay longer, which is good for every other stall. Typical bookings include country shows and charity fundraisers and community events, with haddock and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
Near Broadbridge, events may be far from shops and cafés, so fish and chips goes down well. Everything is fried fresh at your event, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
- Where
- Broadbridge (PO18)
- County
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
How the day works
You don’t need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your event. We handle the cooking and serving. Summer events in Broadbridge have daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer and about 7:05pm by late September, which helps evening trading. For winter events, dark by about 4:00pm, the pitch needs 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.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Give us a contact for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Why choose a fish and chip van in Broadbridge?
Burger vans are common at events. Fish and chips adds variety. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
Why us?
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Events in Broadbridge and across West Sussex
- A quote that spells everything out
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How long we serve
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Whether a minimum applies
- How many people are eating
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- A picture of the parking spot
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Where you’d like the van to go
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Broadbridge, and we will check the date and send a price.
Nearby places to Broadbridge
More for events in Broadbridge
Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Plan something for visitors we cannot cater for
- Plan crew and volunteer food times
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
- Share any nut or allergy policies
When the event closes, we pack up.
Plan vehicle access before visitors arrive.
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Perfect for your event in Broadbridge
It needs little from volunteers.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- School summer fairs
- Festivals
- Horse and dog shows
- Feeding event crew
If you’re organising a summer fair or sports day for a school such as Bosham Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser.
What to look for in a quote
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- When payment is due
- How much space the van takes up
Questions from Broadbridge
Can you come to a school fair in Broadbridge?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Which station is closest to Broadbridge?
Bosham station, in Broadbridge itself.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is typically simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your visitors, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Broadbridge
Broadbridge is about 3 miles west of Chichester, in West Sussex. Give us the address of your event in Broadbridge, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot before the day. Broadbridge is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 24 miles away.
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as The United Reformed Church, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola. For visitors coming by rail, Bosham station is in Broadbridge itself.
We take the van to events all over the PO18 postcode area. We can serve an event on streets such as Station Road, Gifford Road and North Road, wherever the van can park. We also bring the van to events in Bosham (1 mile south-west), West Ashling (1 mile north), Chidham (1 mile west), East Ashling (2 miles north) and Fishbourne (2 miles east). Further out, we also take the van to Bognor Regis (8 miles south-east), Chichester (3 miles east), Selsey (8 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (4 miles west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Novium Museum (2.9 miles east) and Chichester Castle (3.1 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Nutborne Marshes and Stoke Down.
- Schools near Broadbridge include Bishop Luffa School (2.1 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The White Swan Public House (within half a mile west)
- 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