West Sussex · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire in Coldwaltham
Bring the chip shop to your event in Coldwaltham. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Staff thank-you lunches
A chip van near Coldwaltham
Fish and chip van hire in Coldwaltham, cooked to order
There is something generous about fish and chips: crisp batter, flaky fish and plenty of chips. It makes the food a talking point. On the menu are cod and chips, curry sauce and gravy, and typical bookings are for village fêtes and school fairs and summer garden parties.
In a hamlet or village like Coldwaltham, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. You will know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
- Location
- Coldwaltham (RH20)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Should I sort the food myself?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
How it works
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it is served. Late September evenings in Coldwaltham lose the light at about 7:05pm, and in December it is nearer 4:00pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Planning help
Towns and villages near Coldwaltham
What else we do in Coldwaltham
What affects the price in Coldwaltham
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Numbers
- The length of service
- The menu and how many choices
- Access and parking
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where the van would go
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Coldwaltham
What’s the nearest station to Coldwaltham?
The closest is Pulborough station, roughly 1.8 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Coldwaltham?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is it a full meal?
It can be. A portion of fish, chips and peas is a proper meal, and you can add your own cake or desserts.
What is fish and chip van hire?
We bring the van to your event, set up, heat the fryers and cook to order, serving from the hatch at the time you choose.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we’ll say what we need.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, West Sussex included. Find your area.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Put allergy details in writing
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We arrive in good time, set up, cook and serve, and keep in touch with you about timings.
Tell people when the van opens.
A chip van compared with other options
Plated meals need a kitchen and a bigger team. A van needs only a level spot and permission to park. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
What you get with us
- All the chip-shop extras
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- No surprises in your quote
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
Take a look at our pricing or what a fish and chip van costs.
What the van needs
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A spot near your guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
Occasions we serve in Coldwaltham
On a grey day, hot fish and chips wins, and the van keeps frying whatever the weather.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Evening wedding food
Nearby historic houses include Old Place Manor (2 miles north-east) and Bignor Roman Villa (2.5 miles south-west). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before you book.
Comparing caterers
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Whether there’s a minimum
- Payment terms and deposit
- How much space the van takes up
For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Coldwaltham: venues, parking and local tips
Coldwaltham is about 9 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Wherever your event is in the RH20 area, we can fry fresh for your guests. Coldwaltham is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 19 miles away.
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like St James' CofE Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. For anyone arriving by rail, the nearest station is Pulborough station, about 1.8 miles north-east. The South Downs National Park is within about 3 miles of Coldwaltham, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
We cover events in every part of the RH20 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your event is on London Road, Old London Road and Silverdale or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. We also bring the van to events in Watersfield (1 mile south-west), Hardham (1 mile north-east), Lower Horncroft (1 mile north-west), Coates (2 miles north-west) and Fittleworth (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Horsham (13 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (12 miles south-west), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (9 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Amberley Museum (2.8 miles south) and Amberley Castle (2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Bignor Hill.
- Schools near Coldwaltham include Lodge Hill Residential Centre (less than half a mile west)
- Nearby, you will find The Labouring Man pub (under half a mile north-east)
- 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