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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Cross Gate events
Bring the chip shop to your event in Cross Gate. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Community events and fairs
- Visits to care homes and day centres
Planning an event in Cross Gate?
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
How our fish and chip van hire works in Cross Gate
A fish and chip van works almost anywhere the van can park: a driveway, a car park, a yard or a firm field. We’re frequently asked to cater Fêtes, fairs and school events and big birthdays, with haddock and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
In a small place like Cross Gate, the van often parks on a farm track, a field or a drive. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm, dry ground is the key. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Area
- Cross Gate (BN18)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A spot near your guests
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
How it works
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Once we are hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule. Evenings in Cross Gate stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; after dark, the queue and the path to the van need good lighting.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Ask for a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your event, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Next to a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which suits guests who don’t eat pork. Larger groups typically cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why Cross Gate hosts choose us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Occasions we serve in Cross Gate
Fish and chips suits nearly every crowd, young and old alike. The queue at the hatch gets people talking.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Big birthdays
- Work Christmas parties
- Staff lunches and team days
- Weddings and evening receptions
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Amberley CofE Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser.
What to look for in a quote
- When payment is due
- Any minimum charge
- VAT, if it applies
- Travel, tolls and road charges
What affects the price in Cross Gate
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Whether a minimum applies
- How easy the site is to reach
- The length of service
- Your choice of menu
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The address or venue name
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the space and the way in
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Cross Gate, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
After service, we pack up, leaving the pitch tidy.
A chalkboard by the hatch with the menu keeps the queue moving.
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.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Cross Gate
How far is Cross Gate from London?
About 44 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Cross Gate?
The closest is Amberley station, roughly 1.5 miles away.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
It depends on numbers and timings. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Is grass a problem?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
Planning a chip van in Cross Gate
Cross Gate is about 7 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. From the centre of Cross Gate to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Cross Gate is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Cross Gate to Brighton (18 miles away).
Churches such as The Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by generally does. Parks such as Parham Park normally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. Cross Gate is within about a mile of the South Downs National Park, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
Anywhere in BN18, we can fry fresh for your guests. Other places close to Cross Gate we cover include Rackham (1 mile east), Amberley (1 mile south-west), Bury (2 miles west), Coldwaltham (2 miles north-west) and Watersfield (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Horsham (14 miles north-east), Worthing (8 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles south-west), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (7 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Amberley Museum (1.4 miles south-west) and Amberley Castle (1 mile west). Green spaces nearby include Bignor Hill and Amberley Wild Brooks.
Places near Cross Gate
More for events in Cross Gate
- 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