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Fish and chip van hire in East Lavant, West Sussex
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van makes the food a highlight of your event in East Lavant.
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
Fish and chip van hire for East Lavant events
About our fish and chip van hire in East Lavant
Hiring a fish and chip van brings the chip shop to your door. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray. We’re often asked to cater big birthdays and care home visits, serving haddock and chips, pie and chips and curry sauce.
In a hamlet or village like East Lavant, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Location
- East Lavant (PO18)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
How it works
We don’t cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. Evenings in East Lavant 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.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the space for the van, then send a quote.
- We arrive early, set up and get the fryers hot.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch at the agreed time.
- Afterwards, we clear up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Clear the route for the van
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Why choose a fish and chip van in East Lavant?
Ordering a takeaway for a crowd means long waits and food that cools on the journey. A van fries on the spot, so it is crisp when it’s handed over. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
Why book with us
- A clear quote before you book
- All the chip-shop extras
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- We cover East Lavant and the whole of West Sussex
What the van needs
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A spot near your guests
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
Takeaway run or book a van?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Bringing the van to East Lavant
East Lavant is about 2 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. For events in East Lavant, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around East Lavant. We serve 371 places across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 27 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to East Lavant are Goodwood House (1.5 miles east) and West Dean House (2.6 miles north). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before you book. For a fundraiser at a school like Lavant CofE Primary School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school.
We take the van to events all over the PO18 postcode area and the streets around it. From Pook Lane, Fordwater Road and Shop Lane or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Mid Lavant (1 mile north-west), Westerton (2 miles south-east), Westhampnett (2 miles south-east), Waterbeach (2 miles east) and Maudlin (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (7 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles west), Rustington (12 miles east) and Storrington (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Chichester Castle (2 miles south) and The Chichester City Museum (2.1 miles south). The countryside around East Lavant includes Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Bishop Luffa School (2.2 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Royal Oak Public House (within half a mile north-east)
Common questions in East Lavant
Which station is closest to East Lavant?
The closest is Chichester station, roughly 2.5 miles away.
Is East Lavant close to London?
About 53 miles from central London.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in East Lavant?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
Fish and chips is a meal in itself. You can add your own desserts if you like.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
That depends on how many and how quickly. Staggering groups and keeping the menu short both help.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before you book.
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips.
Planning for dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Fewer choices mean faster service
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
Once everyone is fed, we pack up, quietly and quickly.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
Events we cater in East Lavant
It is familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting, which takes the worry out of feeding a mixed crowd.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Summer garden parties
- Work Christmas parties
- Staff lunches and team days
- Care home visits
For guests coming by train, Chichester station, about 2.5 miles south, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- When payment is due
- A clear list of what’s included
- Allergen information for each item
- How late numbers can change
What affects the price in East Lavant
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Access and parking
- Whether a minimum applies
- The day of the week
- Service time
Larger groups normally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The venue or postcode
- Where you’d like the van to go
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability right away.
Also near East Lavant
What else we do in East Lavant
- 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