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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Crockerhill, West Sussex
We bring a fish and chip van for your event to Crockerhill and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
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- Fish and chip supper nights
- Food for volunteers
Fish and chip van for events in Crockerhill
About our fish and chip van for events in Crockerhill
A hot-food van gives families a reason to stay longer, which is good for every other stall. Whether it’s village fêtes and summer fairs and charity fundraisers and community events, we’ll put together a menu of curry sauce, haddock and chips and sausage and chips.
For a village fête or field event near Crockerhill, a chip van brings hot food to a rural site. Tell us about the ground and the way in. Timings are planned around your event, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- Crockerhill (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Space, access and the venue
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
- Space for a queue away from paths
- A back-up spot if the ground is soft
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Crockerhill
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
Common questions in Crockerhill
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Which station is closest to Crockerhill?
Barnham station, about 2.7 miles south-east of the centre.
Can the van come to our fair?
Yes, where the date suits. Send us the date, location and expected numbers.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including West Sussex. Find your area.
Do you do crew food?
We can. Give us numbers and a time.
Can you come to a school event?
Yes, once the school agrees where the van goes. Send us the date and the spot.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
At larger events, a van adds to the mix and spreads the queues. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Why book with us
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Events in Crockerhill and across West Sussex
- No kitchen needed
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
See our prices page or the cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- The minimum booking
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
- Cod, haddock or both
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the parking spot
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
Crockerhill events: pitches and permissions
Crockerhill is about 4 miles east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Anywhere in PO18, we can bring the van to you. Crockerhill is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Crockerhill to Brighton (about 24 miles away).
A summer fête at The Parish Church of St Mary is the classic setting for a fish and chip van. For visitors coming by rail, Barnham station is about 2.7 miles away. Events in and around the South Downs National Park, within about 8 miles of Crockerhill, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we work to the site rules. With the sea within about 6 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events, and fish and chips sells well by the sea.
Anywhere in PO18, we can fry fresh for your visitors. Other places close to Crockerhill we cover include East Hampnett (1 mile south-west), Norton (1 mile south-east), Aldingbourne (1 mile south), Nyton (1 mile south-east) and Westergate (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (13 miles east), Bognor Regis (4 miles south), Chichester (4 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (7 miles south-east) and Emsworth (11 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Tote Copse Castle (1.4 miles south) and Chichester Centre (3.7 miles west). Within reach you will find Levin Down.
- Schools near Crockerhill include Ormiston Six Villages Academy (1.5 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Winterton Arms Public House (within half a mile west)
Takeaway run or book a van?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Crockerhill?
It keeps people on site for longer.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Sports club events and race days
- Fundraisers
- Sports days
- Festivals
A school like Tangmere Primary Academy can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
What your quote should include
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The cancellation terms
- Whether VAT is included
- The service time, and the cost of running over
Also near Crockerhill
What else we do in Crockerhill
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, park on the agreed spot, and cook and serve without fuss. Evening events in Crockerhill have light until about 9:20pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- You send us the event details and pitch information.
- You get our pitch needs and a quick answer on availability.
- We arrive at the agreed time and set up on the pitch.
- We trade from the hatch all event, frying to order.
- We clear the pitch when the event closes.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
How to get a price
Planning a fish and chip van for your event in Crockerhill? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Related guides
About the food
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
Planners, venues and businesses
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
- 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