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Fish and Chip Van Hire in West Sussex

From the largest town to the smallest village in West Sussex, we’ll bring the van to you. Tell us your date for a quote.

Planning an event in West Sussex?

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Where we cater in West Sussex

Mobile fish and chip van hire, with fish and chips fried fresh at your event. Pick your town below to see the details for your area, and ask us for a quote.

Biggest towns in West Sussex

About fish and chip van hire in West Sussex

Rain does not stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. That makes it a safe bet for British events. We are frequently asked to cater Fêtes, fairs and school events and garden parties and summer get-togethers, serving haddock and chips, curry sauce and mushy peas.

Service is quick: everything is handed over hot from the hatch, and people can eat where they like. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.

First, the plan: what, where and what time.
You hear back on the date and the price.
The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
We leave the spot as we found it.

Prices in West Sussex

Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.

What you get with us

Events across West Sussex
Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Nothing for you to cook or clear
Served hot, straight from the hatch

How to get a price

Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.

Around Crawley

Bookings here are frequently close to Friary Church of St Francis and St Anthony, St Wilfrid's Catholic School and Tilgate Park, among other places. Nearby too are The George Hotel (less than half a mile north), Three Bridges Junior School (within half a mile south-east) and St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School (under half a mile south-east). Crawley has its own railway station: Crawley station. A little further out are Crawley Hospital (0.5 miles north-west) and County Mall (under half a mile north-east). Green spaces nearby include Tilgate Lake.

A fish and chip van across West Sussex: what to know

West Sussex covers everything from Crawley, Horsham and Worthing to 293 small villages and hamlets, and a chip van suits every kind of setting. In towns, plan parking and access; in villages, tell us about lanes and ground. Parts of West Sussex are within a few miles of the South Downs National Park and the High Weald National Landscape, where some venues have extra rules about vehicles. Around 121 places in West Sussex are close to the coast, where we always think about shelter for the queue, and fish and chips feels right at home.

Crawley: If you are gathering after a service at a church like Friary Church of St Francis and St Anthony, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. Coming by train? Crawley station serves Crawley directly. Around midsummer it stays light in Crawley until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.

What a fish and chip van costs

The price comes down to a few factors:

The minimum booking
The day of the week
How far we travel
Service time

The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It’s worth asking early.

What we need to know

We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:

A picture of where the van would go
Anything awkward about the way in
The spot you have in mind for the van
Dietary needs, with numbers

Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.

Is a fish and chip van right for you?

Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, the host gets to enjoy the day.

Questions to ask before you book

The cancellation terms
The van’s size and access needs
How allergens are handled
A clear list of what’s included

Before you choose a spot

We will be honest if a spot won’t work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:

A short walk from the party
Space for people to queue at the hatch
A level, firm spot the van can drive onto

Occasions we serve in West Sussex

There is no kitchen needed, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where other catering struggles.

In West Sussex and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:

Work Christmas parties
Milestone birthday parties
Company team days
Community events and fairs

Should I sort the food myself?

A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.

Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.

FAQs for West Sussex

Do you bring everything you need?

All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we will confirm what we need.

Who clears up?

We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.

Cod or haddock?

Both are on our menu; tell us which you’d like for your event.

What does it cost to hire the van?

The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.

Do you need power or water?

Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we will take it from there.

What about guests who do not eat fish?

We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will tell you what we can offer.

How far ahead should we book?

Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.