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Fish and Chip Van for Events in West Chiltington
We bring a fish and chip van for your event to West Chiltington and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Sports tournaments
- Village fêtes
A chip van near West Chiltington
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Plan something for visitors we can’t cater for
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Agree who removes waste
- Agree the terms in writing
Put bins near the queue.
A clear route for the van before the gates open avoids problems.
How our fish and chip van for events works in West Chiltington
A hot-food van gives families a reason to stay longer, which is good for every other stall. On the menu are sausage and chips, haddock and chips and chips, and we’re often booked for community open days and agricultural and country shows.
For a village fête or field event near West Chiltington, we can bring hot food to a field. Ground and access matter, so tell us about them. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Area
- West Chiltington (RH20)
- County
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
The process
On the day, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule. Summer fêtes in West Chiltington have long light evenings, with sunset about 9:20pm at midsummer, while a late-September show is dark by about 7:05pm, so evening trading may need lights.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your visitors.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Ensure the van can get in
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Cod, haddock or both
- The minimum booking
- Service time
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event for your event in West Chiltington? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Community events around West Chiltington
West Chiltington is about 9 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Around West Chiltington, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground. West Chiltington is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 16 miles away.
PTAs at schools such as West Chiltington Community Primary School frequently want one reliable hot-food stall. For anyone arriving by train, the closest railway station is Pulborough station, roughly 3 miles west of the centre. 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.
We cover events in every part of the RH20 postcode area. From Pond Rise, Church Street and Castle Rise or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. If your venue is just outside West Chiltington, we also cover West Chiltington Common (1 mile south-west), Nutbourne (1 mile west), Thakeham (1 mile south-east), Abingworth (1 mile south-east) and Marehill (1 mile west). Further out, we also take the van to Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (9 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles south-east).
A little further out are The Storrington And District Museum (2.5 miles south). The countryside around West Chiltington includes Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
- Local schools include Rydon Community College (2.2 miles south)
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Where the van can park in West Chiltington
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that does not block walkways
- What’s available on the pitch
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
Events we cater in West Chiltington
It’s low-maintenance for organisers, because we bring what we need.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In West Chiltington, people book us for events such as:
- Sports club events and race days
- Music and food festivals
- School fairs and sports days
- Village fêtes
Church fêtes, at churches such as St Mary's Church, are a natural home for a chip van.
Before booking anyone
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- What the price includes, item by item
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Why choose a fish and chip van in West Chiltington?
At bigger events, a chip van works alongside other traders and spreads the queues. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What you get with us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
See how we price and the cost guide.
Questions from West Chiltington
Is West Chiltington 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.
How far is West Chiltington from London?
About 41 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
How do you charge at fêtes?
We’ll talk it through when you send the details, and we’ll find something that works.
What does the pitch need?
Tell us the pitch size and ground, and we’ll confirm.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Can you serve children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
What about visitors who do not eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Places near West Chiltington
Other occasions in West Chiltington
- 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