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Fish and chip van hire in Donnington, West Sussex
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your event in Donnington. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Weddings and evening receptions
Fresh fish and chips in Donnington
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Donnington
A fish and chip van works almost anywhere the van can park: a drive, a car park, a yard, a showground or a firm lawn. Typical bookings include weddings, especially the evening and company team days, serving pie and chips, curry sauce and mushy peas.
For a rural spot like Donnington, the setting does plenty of the work. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Where
- Donnington (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
About the food
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and children love it.
Common questions in Donnington
What’s the nearest station to Donnington?
Chichester station, about 1.6 miles north of the centre.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Which fish do you use?
Let us know which you’d prefer and we’ll confirm the menu.
Can the van park on grass?
Normally, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
It depends on numbers and timings. Staggering groups and keeping the menu short both help.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
What happens when we hire the van?
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.
How fast is service?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
Planning a chip van in Donnington
Donnington is about 2 miles south of Chichester, in West Sussex. From the centre of Donnington to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 27 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, Chichester station is about 1.6 miles away. Within reach of Donnington are historic houses such as Goodwood House (4.8 miles north-east). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before you book. Donnington is within about 6 miles of the sea, and fish and chips always feels right near the sea. Sea breezes can be strong, so we think about where the queue will stand.
We cover events in every part of the PO20 postcode area. Being close to the B2201, Donnington is simple for us to get to with the van. Close by, we cover events in Hunston (1 mile east), North Mundham (1 mile east), Runcton (2 miles east), Chichester (2 miles north) and Portfield (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (5 miles east), Selsey (5 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles north-west), Rustington (12 miles east) and Angmering (14 miles east).
A little further out are Chichester Cathedral Treasury (1.8 miles north) and St Richard's Hospital (2.5 miles north). The countryside around Donnington includes Nutborne Marshes.
- Pubs nearby include The Blacksmith's Arms Public House (under half a mile south-west)
Occasions we serve in Donnington
Hot food on a cold or wet day is hard to beat, and the van keeps frying whatever the weather.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Festive get-togethers
- Summer garden parties
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Chichester High School For Girls, can book the van as a food stall.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether there is a minimum
- The deadline for final numbers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Before you choose a spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
On the menu in Donnington
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
How the day works
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we are there in good time before you want to eat. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Donnington, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 4:00pm.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, park up and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried fresh and handed over from the hatch.
- We pack up afterwards and leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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Diets, allergies and planning
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- A short menu helps everyone
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
- Confirm allergies by email
- Give us separate numbers for children
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We arrive in good time, set up, cook and serve, and stay in touch about any changes.
A string of bunting by the van makes a lovely photo.
A chip van compared with other options
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and usually costs more per head. A van needs only a level spot and permission to park. Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Why Donnington hosts choose us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Quick service from the hatch
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Organising a club, school or community event in Donnington? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
- 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