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Fish and chip van hire in Patching, West Sussex
We bring a fish and chip van to Patching and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Work Christmas parties
A chip van near Patching
Fish and chip van hire in Patching, fried fresh
You can keep it simple or plan it carefully: open service, or food at a fixed time. We’ll recommend what fits. Popular choices include cod and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips, and we’re frequently booked for company team days and birthday celebrations.
Somewhere like Patching, a yard or firm field often works. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet.
- Where
- Patching (BN13)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Who books fish and chip van hire in Patching?
It needs no kitchen, so it is at home in car parks, yards and fields where plated meals are hard.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Milestone birthday parties
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as The Parish Church of St John the Divine, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The van’s size and access needs
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
After service, we pack up, quietly and quickly.
A string of bunting by the van makes a lovely photo.
A chip van compared with other options
Ordering a takeaway for a crowd means long waits and food that cools on the journey. The van cooks right there, so the batter is still crisp. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
Why book with us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- No surprises in your quote
- Events in Patching and across West Sussex
- Hot food handed straight over
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
How the day works
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. Around midsummer it stays light in Patching until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening events are normally served in daylight. In December it is dark by about 4:00pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Make sure the van can get in
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your event, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van in Patching
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Could you trade in Clapham Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
Often, yes. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan it with you.
Do you come to Patching?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Patching and across West Sussex. Send us your date to check availability.
What can guests choose from?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
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 do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we will say what we need.
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Takeaway run or book a van?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the event.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
What else we do in Patching
Planning a chip van in Patching
Patching is about 3 miles north-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. For an event in Patching, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We take the van to all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex. We serve events right across the region, from Patching to Brighton (14 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Patching are Ecclesden Manor (1.5 miles south-west). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before you book. For anyone arriving by rail, Goring-By-Sea station is about 2.3 miles away. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Patching. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans. Patching is within about 5 miles of the sea, so fish and chips feels right at home here. On windy days, we plan a sheltered side for the queue.
Anywhere in BN13, we can bring the van to you. We can serve an event on streets such as The Street and Coldharbour Lane, wherever the van can park. For events just outside Patching, we cover Clapham (1 mile south-east), Hammerpot (2 miles west), Cote (2 miles east), Angmering (2 miles south-west) and Hangleton (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Worthing (3 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles west), Chichester (14 miles west), Littlehampton (4 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (8 miles east) and Lancing (6 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Museum of Sussex Folklore (3.1 miles south-east) and Old Castle (3.1 miles south-east). Within reach you will find WWT Arundel and Highdown Hill.
- Schools near Patching include The Angmering School (2.2 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Fox pub (0.8 miles south-west)
How we price a fish and chip van
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The menu and how many choices
- Distance and any road charges
- The date and time of year
- How many people are eating
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. Your quote spells it all out.
Details that help
To speed things up, tell us:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A photo of the parking spot
- Expected numbers
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
- 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