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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Eastergate
Something for almost everyone: 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 Eastergate.
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Gatherings after a funeral
Fresh fish and chips in Eastergate
Questions from Eastergate
Is Eastergate close to London?
About 52 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Eastergate?
The closest is Barnham station, roughly 1 mile away.
Do you bring everything you need?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
It can be. A portion of fish, chips and peas is a proper meal, and you can add your own cake or desserts.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is generally simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we will advise.
What is fish and chip van hire?
We arrive with the van, fry everything to order, and serve when you are ready to eat.
Fish and chip van hire in Eastergate, fried fresh
The van needs no kitchen, no hall and no crockery. All it needs is a level spot it can reach, which most drives, car parks and yards can offer. We’re often asked to cater company team days and milestone birthday parties, with pie and chips, curry sauce and gravy.
In a small place like Eastergate, 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. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Location
- Eastergate (PO20)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
What affects the price in Eastergate
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The minimum booking
- Cod, haddock or both
- How long we serve
- The date and time of year
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
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. A van is designed for exactly this.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
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Planning the van’s spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- A short walk from the party
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and nothing’s hot on a cool evening. A chip van cooks to order and serves hot. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
What you get with us
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Bookings across West Sussex, including Eastergate
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Count children separately
It helps to have bins and napkins by the van for everyone.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
Organising for someone else?
Hosting at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Eastergate: venues, parking and local tips
Eastergate is about 4 miles north of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Whether your event is in the middle of Eastergate or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Eastergate is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 23 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Eastergate are Goodwood House (4.2 miles north-west). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before booking. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Eastergate CofE Primary School, can book the van as a food stall. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Eastergate. Ask your venue about vehicle access. The coast is within about 4 miles of Eastergate, and fish and chips always feels right near the sea. Sea breezes can be strong, so we think about where the queue will stand.
Events anywhere in PO20 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Streets in the area include St Georges Walk, Highview Road and Critchmere Drive, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Other places close to Eastergate we cover include Westergate (1 mile west), Nyton (1 mile west), West Barnham (1 mile south-east), Fontwell (1 mile north) and Barnham (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (11 miles east), Bognor Regis (4 miles south), Chichester (5 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles east) and Lancing (15 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (3.4 miles south) and Tote Copse Castle (1.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include WWT Arundel.
- Local schools include Ormiston Six Villages Academy (within half a mile west)
Who books fish and chip van hire in Eastergate?
People book a chip van because it’s food and a bit of fun at once. The hatch becomes a meeting point, and the food is hot and plentiful.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Garden get-togethers
- Birthday celebrations
- Community events and fairs
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Churches such as St George's Church rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by usually does.
Comparing caterers
- The deadline for final numbers
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether there’s a minimum
How it works
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Eastergate, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 4:00pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Get permission for the van from the venue
How to get a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Eastergate, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
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- 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