West Sussex · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events for Chilgrove 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 Chilgrove.
- Music and food festivals
- Food for volunteers
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
Fresh fish and chips in Chilgrove
For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Chilgrove
Country shows and field events suit a van, as long as there is a firm route onto the pitch. Typical bookings include sports club events and race days and community open days, with chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
Near Chilgrove, events may be far from shops and cafés, so fish and chips goes down well. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
- Where
- Chilgrove (PO18)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The day of the week
- Your choice of menu
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How many people are eating
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your event.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The date and time of the event
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The venue or postcode
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and you will get a clear price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Where the van can park in Chilgrove
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:
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
- Space for a queue away from paths
- Information about power and water
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Why choose a fish and chip van in Chilgrove?
Cakes and sandwiches are popular, but hot food is a draw when it’s cool. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Why book with us
- Events in Chilgrove and across West Sussex
- Quick service from the hatch
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- A van that becomes part of the event
Step by step
When we arrive, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Once we are hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule. December events in Chilgrove lose the light at about 4:00pm, so pitches need lighting; spring events have light until about 8:50pm by late May.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Share the timings for the day
Getting a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
Running an event in Chilgrove
Chilgrove is about 6 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. Events in Chilgrove are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Chilgrove is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 25 miles away.
Events in and around the South Downs National Park, within about 5 miles of Chilgrove, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we work to the site rules.
We cover events in every part of the PO18 postcode area. For events just outside Chilgrove, we cover East Marden (2 miles west), Didling (3 miles north), Elsted (4 miles north), Compton (4 miles west) and Ingrams Green (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (10 miles south-east), Chichester (6 miles south), Selsey (13 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles south-east), Emsworth (7 miles south-west) and Rustington (15 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Centre (5.2 miles south) and Museum of Gardening (1.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near Chilgrove include Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Bow Hill.
Nearby places to Chilgrove
Also in Chilgrove
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips.
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the event.
Questions from Chilgrove
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Is Chilgrove too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What happens if it rains?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Visitors will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Can you come to a school event?
Yes, with the school’s permission for the van on site. Send us the date and the spot.
Can the van park on grass?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
What does the pitch need?
Tell us the pitch size and ground, and we’ll check it works.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will take it from there.
What can visitors choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Tell us about the pitch
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Display allergens for each stall
We set up before visitors arrive.
A sign at the entrance tells visitors hot food is available.
- 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