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Fish and Chip Van for Events for Broadwater events

Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Fish and chip van for events in Broadwater.

  • School summer fairs
  • Fundraisers
  • Feeding event crew

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Fish and chip van for events in Broadwater

Fish and chip van for events in Broadwater, cooked to order

A van suits shows and field events, if the ground is firm enough for vehicles. We serve haddock and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas, and we are frequently booked for festivals and charity fundraisers and community events.

For events in a place like Broadwater, one hot-food trader most people like makes life easy. Fish and chips does exactly that. Timings are planned around your event, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.

Area
Broadwater (BN14, BN11)
Region
West Sussex
On the menu
Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
Sides
Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
Price
Quoted for your event
Updated
24 October 2026
Crowds walking between food stalls at an outdoor food festival

How we price a fish and chip van for your event

There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:

  • Your choice of menu
  • The date and time of year
  • Distance and any road charges
  • The number of meals

Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your event.

What to tell us

For a quote, it helps to have:

  • Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
  • A picture of where the van would go
  • Your date and serving time
  • The spot you have in mind for the van

To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Broadwater, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.

Food your guests will love

Haddock and chips

Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.

Gravy

A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.

Before you choose a spot

The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:

  • What’s available on the pitch
  • A queue area clear of rides and games
  • Firm, level ground for the pitch

Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.

What we serve

  • Sausage and chips
  • Curry sauce
  • Mushy peas
  • Haddock and chips
  • Cod and chips
  • Chips

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Occasions we serve in Broadwater

Rain does not stop the fryers, which matters at outdoor events.

Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are frequently booked for:

  • Food for volunteers
  • Fish and chip supper nights
  • Agricultural and country shows
  • Community festivals

School fairs, for a school like Broadwater CofE Primary School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van.

Comparing caterers

  • The cancellation terms
  • What the van needs: space, access, power
  • What they can offer for dietary needs
  • The deposit and payment dates

Choosing a fish and chip van

Is a fish and chip van right for your event?

Compared with a barbecue run by volunteers, a chip van frees your helpers. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.

Why book our van in Broadwater

  • Classic food your visitors already know
  • A quote that spells everything out
  • Something for visitors to gather round
  • Quick service from the hatch

Take a look at how we price or what a fish and chip van costs.

DIY versus a fish and chip van

A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.

Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.

The process

You do not need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your event. The frying and serving are down to us. Summer events in Broadwater have daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer and about 7:05pm by late September, so evening trading typically finishes in daylight in high summer. Winter fairs, dark by about 4:00pm, need a well-lit pitch.

  1. You share your date, numbers and address.
  2. We check access for the van and quote.
  3. We arrive in good time to set up.
  4. Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
  5. Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.

Before we arrive

  • Give us a contact for the day
  • Confirm the van is allowed on site
  • Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch

Getting a price

Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.

Ask for a quote

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Diets, allergies and planning

With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:

  • Ensure allergen information is available
  • Plan crew and volunteer food times
  • Tell us about any school or event allergy policies
  • Arrange bins and waste collection

Have a hard-standing back-up pitch.

Put the van near the entrance or the tea tent.

Broadwater events: pitches and permissions

Broadwater is about 1 mile east of Worthing, in West Sussex. Events in Broadwater are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Broadwater is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 11 miles away.

For visitors coming by rail, the closest railway station is Worthing station, roughly 0.7 miles south of the centre. A summer fête at St. Mary's Church is the classic setting for a fish and chip van. The coast is within about 2 miles of Broadwater, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch, and fish and chips sells well by the sea.

Events anywhere in BN14 and BN11 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Streets in the area include Forest Road, Turner Road and Langton Road, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. If your venue is just outside Broadwater, we also cover Offington (1 mile north-west), Worthing (1 mile west), Salvington (1 mile north-west), East Worthing (1 mile south-east) and Sompting (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (14 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (7 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (5 miles east), Rustington (6 miles west) and Storrington (7 miles north-west).

Well-known places in the area include Museum of Sussex Folklore (0.9 miles west) and Old Castle (0.8 miles west). Open spaces near Broadwater include Widewater Lagoon and Steep Down.

  • Schools near Broadwater include Bohunt School Worthing (less than half a mile south) and Thomas A Becket First School (1 mile west)
  • Local pubs include The Thomas a Becket pub (0.8 miles west)
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Broadwater: your questions answered

What’s the nearest station to Broadwater?

The closest is Worthing station, roughly 0.7 miles away.

What about events near the coast?

Yes. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.

How do you handle allergies?

Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information and what we can offer.

What do you bring?

Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.

Who clears up?

We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.

How long are you on site?

We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.

What does it cost to hire the van?

Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we’ll reply with a price.

Which areas do you serve?

London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.

  • 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

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