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Fish and chip van hire in Middleton-on-Sea, West Sussex
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van in Middleton-on-Sea.
- Staff lunches and team days
- Milestone birthday parties
- Work Christmas parties
Fish and chip van hire for Middleton-on-Sea events
About our fish and chip van hire in Middleton-on-Sea
Rain does not stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. That makes it a safe bet for British events. On the menu are haddock and chips, sausage and chips and gravy, and we are frequently booked for wakes and gatherings after a funeral and summer garden parties.
Around Middleton-on-Sea, bookings are often at homes, local halls and clubs. If the road in is narrow, tell us so we can plan the route. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
- Location
- Middleton-on-Sea (PO22, BN18)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Middleton-on-Sea?
It suits relaxed, sociable events, with people coming up to the hatch as they please.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Company team days
- Evening wedding food
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as St Nicholas Church, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby.
What to look for in a quote
- The cancellation terms
- The deposit and payment dates
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether travel is included
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Plated meals need a kitchen and a bigger team. A fish and chip van needs a level spot and permission to park. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why us?
- Events in Middleton-on-Sea and across West Sussex
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- All the chip-shop extras
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
What the van needs
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Access wide and high enough for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Common questions in Middleton-on-Sea
What’s the nearest station to Middleton-on-Sea?
The closest is Bognor Regis station, roughly 2.5 miles away.
Is Middleton-on-Sea close to London?
About 54 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What do you bring?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we’ll confirm what we need.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Typically, if it’s firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
What happens on the day
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out at the time you asked for. Evenings in Middleton-on-Sea 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.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- 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.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Let us know the serving time
Get a quote
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, use our quote form.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- A short menu helps everyone
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
The oil needs time to come up to temperature, so we get there in good time. If timings shift, we adapt.
A gazebo by the van keeps the queue dry.
For event organisers in Middleton-on-Sea
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Hosting at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Planning a chip van in Middleton-on-Sea
Middleton-on-Sea is about 3 miles east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. From the centre of Middleton-on-Sea to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Middleton-on-Sea is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 22 miles away.
For a fundraiser at a school like Bishop Tufnell CofE Primary School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school. For anyone arriving by rail, Bognor Regis station is about 2.5 miles away. Middleton-on-Sea is within about 3 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.
Here we cover the PO22 and BN18 postcode area. Whether your event is on Sea Lane, Elmer Road and Yapton Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Nearby, we also serve events in Elmer (1 mile east), Bilsham (1 mile north), Flansham (1 mile north-west), Felpham (2 miles west) and Yapton (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Worthing (10 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles west), Chichester (8 miles north-west), Selsey (8 miles south-west), Littlehampton (4 miles east) and Lancing (13 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Bognor Regis Museum (2.7 miles west) and Tote Copse Castle (4.2 miles north-west).
- Schools near Middleton-on-Sea include Felpham Community College (1.6 miles west)
Towns and villages near Middleton-on-Sea
Also in Middleton-on-Sea
- 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