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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Lurgashall
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van in Lurgashall and across West Sussex.
- Big birthdays
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Company team days
Planning an event in Lurgashall?
Bringing the van to Lurgashall
Lurgashall is about 12 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. We cover Lurgashall as standard, so your event just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Lurgashall to Guildford (about 15 miles away).
For anyone arriving by rail, Haslemere station is about 4.5 miles away. Historic houses near Lurgashall include Petworth House (3.9 miles south-east) and Cowdray House (4.3 miles south-west). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you are booking one. Lurgashall is within about 5 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. Other places close to Lurgashall we cover include Lickfold (1 mile south-west), Northchapel (2 miles north-east), Ebernoe (2 miles east), Lodsworth (2 miles south) and Ansteadbrook (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (15 miles east), Chichester (14 miles south), Storrington (12 miles south-east), Billingshurst (9 miles east), Portfield (14 miles south) and Yapton (15 miles south).
Nearby you will also find North Ambersham (1.8 miles north-west) and Midhurst Community Hospital (4.1 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Blackdown and Shillinglee Lake.
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Lurgashall
The queue at the hatch is part of the fun. People gather, catch up and get their food straight from the fryer. Whether it is christmas parties and wakes and gatherings after a funeral, we can cook curry sauce, cod and chips and sausage and chips and more.
In a hamlet or village like Lurgashall, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do.
- Area
- Lurgashall (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
What affects the price in Lurgashall
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The date and time of year
- Numbers
- The length of service
- Whether a minimum applies
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- The venue or postcode
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Send us the date, the address or GU28 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and you will get a clear price. To get started, use our quote form.
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The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
Questions from Lurgashall
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Which station is closest to Lurgashall?
Haslemere station, about 4.5 miles north-west of the centre.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
That depends on how many and how quickly. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Do you bring everything you need?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we will include them in the plan.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Where the van can park in Lurgashall
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Lurgashall
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
How it works
The first sign we’ve arrived is normally the smell. After that, it is a steady flow to the hatch. Around midsummer it stays light in Lurgashall until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 4:00pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Make sure the van can get in
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Get a quote
Planning a fish and chip van in Lurgashall? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Plated meals need a kitchen and a bigger team. A fish and chip van needs a level spot and permission to park, and the food is cooked to order. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
What you get with us
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A van that becomes part of the event
- A quote that spells everything out
Read how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Events we cater in Lurgashall
A fish and chip van suits almost any crowd, young and old alike. The queue at the hatch gets people talking.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Lurgashall, people book us for events such as:
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Festive get-togethers
- Staff thank-you lunches
Churches such as The Parish Church of St Lawrence rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by generally does.
Comparing caterers
- The van’s size and access needs
- Payment terms and deposit
- Any minimum charge
- Any travel, parking or access charges
For event organisers in Lurgashall
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
- 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