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Fish and Chip Van for Events for Highleigh events
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your event makes the food a highlight of your event in Highleigh.
- Festivals
- Summer fairs
- Charity fundraisers and community events
Book the van in Highleigh
Planning for dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Agree who removes waste
- Settle the pitch terms early
- Plan something for visitors we can’t cater for
- Tell us about any school or event allergy policies
Plan where the queue forms.
Pre-sold meal tickets can help at fundraisers.
How our fish and chip van for events works in Highleigh
The van is self-sufficient on the pitch, which helps volunteer-run events. For club open days and school fairs and sports days, we will put together a menu of haddock and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips.
For a village fête or field event near Highleigh, a chip van brings hot food to a rural site. Tell us about the ground and the way in. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
- Location
- Highleigh (PO20)
- County
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Should I sort the food myself?
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
How the day works
There is very little for you to do 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 Highleigh 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.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your visitors.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Share the timings for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Get a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your event, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
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Space, access and the venue
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
- Agreement from the site for a catering van
- Access that avoids crowds
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Highleigh?
It’s low-maintenance for organisers.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Highleigh book the van for events such as:
- School summer fairs
- Community festivals
- Club open days
- Agricultural and country shows
If you’re organising a summer fair or sports day for a school such as Sidlesham Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser.
What to look for in a quote
- Allergen information for each item
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- What the price includes, item by item
Event catering near Highleigh
Highleigh is about 3 miles north of Selsey, in West Sussex. We take a fish and chip van for your event to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Highleigh. Highleigh is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from Highleigh to Southampton (about 28 miles away).
A summer fête at St Mary Our Lady Sidlesham is the classic setting for a fish and chip van. For anyone arriving by train, the closest railway station is Chichester station, roughly 3.9 miles north of the centre. The coast is within about 4 miles of Highleigh, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch, and fish and chips sells well by the sea.
We serve events across PO20. Your event could be at a house on Critchel's Lane, Highleigh Road and Green Lane or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Almodington (1 mile west), Birdham (2 miles north-west), Somerley (2 miles west), Earnley (2 miles west) and Shipton Green (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (5 miles east), Chichester (4 miles north), Selsey (3 miles south), Littlehampton (12 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles north-west) and Rustington (13 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Chichester Castle (4.5 miles north) and Selsey Lifeboat Museum (3.5 miles south). Open spaces near Highleigh include Pilsey Island.
What a fish and chip van costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- The menu and how many choices
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Service time
- The minimum booking
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Your date and serving time
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A picture of the parking spot
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Highleigh questions
Is Highleigh close to London?
Roughly 59 miles from the centre of London.
Do you come out to small places like Highleigh?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Can you feed our volunteers and crew?
Yes, at a time that suits your schedule.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan service around it.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
How much does a fish and chip van for your event cost in Highleigh?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Also near Highleigh
What else we do in Highleigh
- 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