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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Dial Post events
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van in Dial Post.
- Company team days
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Village fêtes and school fairs
Planning an event in Dial Post?
Events we cater in Dial Post
On a grey day, hot fish and chips wins, and the van keeps frying whatever the weather.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Christmas parties
What your quote should include
- How many hours the van serves
- How late numbers can change
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- A clear list of what’s included
Fish and chip van hire in Dial Post, cooked to order
Rain does not stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. It is a dependable choice for events in any season. We serve gravy, cod and chips and haddock and chips, and typical bookings are for visits to care homes and day centres and festive get-togethers.
In a small place like Dial Post, the van frequently parks on a farm track, a field or a drive. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we will plan for them, and firm ground matters more than anything. Timings are planned around your event, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
- Location
- Dial Post (RH13)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and there’s nothing warming on a chilly day. A chip van cooks to order and serves hot. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It’s worth asking early.
Why book our van in Dial Post
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Take a look at how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
What affects the price in Dial Post
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- The number of meals
- Distance and any road charges
- The menu and how many choices
- Parking and the way in
There is 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. We set everything out in your quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The venue or postcode
- Where the van would park
- Your date and serving time
- A photo of the parking spot
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your event, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Confirm allergies by email
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Put bins and napkins by the van
After service, we pack up, quietly and quickly.
A gazebo by the van keeps the queue dry.
What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Dial Post, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Get a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Dial Post? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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What the van needs
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- A short walk from the party
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
Questions from Dial Post
How far is Dial Post from London?
About 39 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is Dial Post too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
Does a chip van work for big events?
Often, yes. Give us your numbers and service time, and we will plan it with you.
Do you come to Dial Post?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Dial Post and across West Sussex. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Do you do anything other than fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Hosting at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
A fish and chip van in Dial Post: local details
Dial Post is about 7 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. Events in Dial Post are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We serve all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 13 miles away.
This part of West Sussex takes in RH13, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. Local streets include The Green, Swallows Lane and Bentons Lane; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. For events just outside Dial Post, we cover Whitehall (2 miles north-west), Shipley (2 miles north), West Grinstead (2 miles north-east), Broomer's Corner (2 miles north-west) and Partridge Green (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (13 miles north-east), Horsham (7 miles north), Worthing (10 miles south), Haywards Heath (12 miles east), Burgess Hill (10 miles east) and Littlehampton (13 miles south-west).
Within reach you will find Knepp Wildland and Chanctonbury Hill.
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Other occasions in Dial Post
- 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