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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Northchapel events
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van turns food into part of your event in Northchapel.
- Community events and fairs
- Big birthdays
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Fish and chip van hire for Northchapel events
About our fish and chip van hire in Northchapel
A fish and chip van works almost anywhere the van can park: a drive, a car park, a yard, a showground or a firm lawn. Whether it is summer garden parties and festive get-togethers, we will put together a menu of gravy, mushy peas and cod and chips.
In a hamlet or village like Northchapel, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Location
- Northchapel (GU28)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
What comes out of the fryer
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
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Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Occasions we serve in Northchapel
It is familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Northchapel book the van for events such as:
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Garden get-togethers
- Work Christmas parties
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Northchapel Community Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser.
Questions to ask before you book
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The van’s size and access needs
- What the price includes, item by item
- What they can offer for dietary needs
What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A spot near your guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
From the hatch
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
What a fish and chip van costs
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Service time
- Cod, haddock or both
- How many people are eating
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Where the van would park
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Planning a fish and chip van in Northchapel? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Northchapel: venues, parking and local tips
Northchapel is about 12 miles south-east of Farnham, in West Sussex. For events in Northchapel, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Northchapel. We take the van to 371 places across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Northchapel to Guildford (about 13 miles away).
If you are gathering after a service at a church like The Parish Church of St Michael, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. Coming by train? The nearest station is Haslemere station, about 4 miles north-west. Northchapel is within about 6 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
We take the van to events all over the GU28 postcode area. That could mean an event at a home on Pipers Lane, Valentines Lea and St Michaels Close, as long as there is somewhere for the van. If your venue is just outside Northchapel, we also cover Ebernoe (2 miles south-east), Shillinglee (2 miles north-east), Lurgashall (2 miles south-west), Ansteadbrook (2 miles north-west) and Ramsnest Common (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Horsham (14 miles east), Storrington (13 miles south-east), Billingshurst (9 miles east), Roffey (15 miles east), Southwater (13 miles east) and Midhurst (7 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Haslemere and District Hospital (3.7 miles north-west) and North Ambersham (2.7 miles west). The countryside around Northchapel includes Shillinglee Lake and Blackdown.
- Local pubs include Deepwell Tavern (within half a mile west)
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Northchapel
Is Northchapel too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is Northchapel close to London?
About 39 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Does a chip van work for big events?
It can be. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan it with you.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a picture if you can.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Children normally love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
Step by step
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, which we agree with you beforehand. Late September evenings in Northchapel lose the light at about 7:05pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 4:00pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Share the timings for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
Getting a price
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. Just use our quote form.
Related guides
Organising for someone else?
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Hosting at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Northchapel?
Next to a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which suits guests who don’t eat pork. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Why Northchapel hosts choose us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
- 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