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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Petworth, West Sussex
Bring the chip shop to your event in Petworth. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Feeding event crew
- School summer fairs
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
Fish and chip van for events in Petworth
How the day works
We work to your timings. If things run late, we hold off cooking until you’re ready, so the food is still fresh when it is served. At midsummer, events in Petworth stay light until about 9:20pm, which helps evening trading. Winter fairs, dark by about 4:00pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- 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
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
Planning a fish and chip van for your event in Petworth? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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Fish and chip van for events in Petworth, cooked to order
A chip van suits school fairs and sports days, with the school’s permission for the van on site. On the menu are haddock and chips, chips and cod and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater country shows and community open days.
At a fête or show near Petworth, a chip van brings hot food to a rural site. Tell us about the ground and the way in. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Petworth (GU28)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Why choose a fish and chip van in Petworth?
For a reliable crowd-pleaser, a fish and chip van is a great choice. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
Why Petworth hosts choose us
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Bookings across West Sussex, including Petworth
See how we price and the cost guide.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Petworth
Petworth is about 12 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. In and around Petworth, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 18 miles away.
For visitors coming by rail, the closest railway station is Pulborough station, roughly 4.4 miles south-east of the centre. If you are organising a summer fair or sports day for a school such as Petworth Cof E Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. Within about 6 miles is the South Downs National Park, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
Events anywhere in GU28 start with a parking spot for the van. Whether your event is on Station Road, Back Lane and Rosemary Lane or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Being close to the A272 and A283, Petworth is simple for us to get to with the van. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Hampers Green (1 mile north), Haslingbourne (1 mile south-east), Tillington (1 mile west), Rotherbridge (1 mile south-west) and Upperton (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (14 miles north-east), Worthing (14 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (14 miles south), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (12 miles south) and Rustington (13 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Coates Castle (2.6 miles south) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (1.2 miles south). The countryside around Petworth includes The Mens.
- Pubs nearby include The Old Square Tavern (within half a mile north)
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the event.
Space, access and the venue
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and help find another. The main points are:
- Space for a queue away from paths
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Service time
- The menu and how many choices
- The number of meals
- Travel, tolls and road charges
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A picture of where the van would go
- The address or venue name
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Agree the terms in writing
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Ensure allergen information is available
Bins near the van help keep the site tidy.
Plan vehicle access before visitors arrive.
Towns and villages near Petworth
More for events in Petworth
For event organisers in Petworth
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
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.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Petworth
Which station is closest to Petworth?
Pulborough station, about 4.4 miles south-east of the centre.
Is Petworth too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
Can you come to a school event?
Yes. We will agree access before the children arrive.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we will plan for them.
Who books fish and chip van for events in Petworth?
Almost every visitor likes fish and chips, from families to older visitors.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Festivals
- Club open days
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Church fêtes
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Sacred Heart Church, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
What to look for in a quote
- How allergens are handled
- Any minimum charge
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- When final numbers are due
- 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