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Fish and chip van hire in Lickfold, West Sussex
Planning a fish and chip van in Lickfold? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Garden get-togethers
- Fish and chip days at care homes
A chip van near Lickfold
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Lickfold
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 frequently asked to cater big birthdays and visits to care homes and day centres, with haddock and chips, pie and chips and mushy peas.
Somewhere like Lickfold, a yard or firm field often works. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Where
- Lickfold (GU28)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Fish and chip van hire around Lickfold
Lickfold is about 11 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. For events in Lickfold, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Lickfold is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 16 miles away.
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as The Parish Church of St Lawrence, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby. Among the historic houses close to Lickfold are Cowdray House (3.4 miles south-west) and Petworth House (4 miles south-east). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one. Lickfold is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
For events in GU28, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. For events just outside Lickfold, we cover Lurgashall (1 mile north-east), Lodsworth (2 miles south), Northchapel (3 miles north-east), Ebernoe (3 miles east) and Ansteadbrook (4 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Chichester (13 miles south), Storrington (12 miles south-east), Billingshurst (10 miles east), Portfield (13 miles south), Yapton (15 miles south) and Southwater (15 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Midhurst Museum (3.6 miles south-west) and Lodsworth Castle (3.1 miles south). Within reach you will find Cooksbridge Meadow and Blackdown.
- Other local spots include North Ambersham (1.6 miles north-west)
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
How the day works
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, timed around your event. Light matters for evening service: in Lickfold, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, while in December the light goes at about 4:00pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- 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.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Get a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Lickfold? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
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Lickfold: your questions answered
Is Lickfold close to London?
About 41 miles from central London, and well within our area.
We’re gathering after a service at The Parish Church of St Lawrence: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is typically simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can you feed a lot of people?
Frequently, yes. Give us your numbers and service time, and we’ll tell you honestly how service will work.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we’ll reply with a price.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
The van comes to you, cook fresh on site, and serve at the time you want.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Lickfold?
It’s ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, with people coming up to the hatch as they please.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Lickfold, people book us for events such as:
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Big birthdays
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Staff thank-you lunches
Coming by train? The closest railway station is Haslemere station, roughly 4.7 miles north of the centre.
What your quote should include
- When final numbers are due
- The cancellation terms
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The van’s size and access needs
Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
The menu, dish by dish
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers, especially with curry sauce.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, the host gets to enjoy the day. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Why Lickfold hosts choose us
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Events in Lickfold and across West Sussex
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Read how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
What a fish and chip van costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- How long we serve
- Cod, haddock or both
- Whether a minimum applies
- Numbers
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the event is
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Expected numbers
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Lickfold, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Where the van can park in Lickfold
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A short walk from the party
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Lickfold
- Gravy
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
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What else we do in Lickfold
- 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