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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Pickhurst
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van in Pickhurst.
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Summer garden parties
- Evening wedding food
Planning an event in Pickhurst?
Planning the van’s spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Pickhurst
Keep it simple, or plan every detail: a van that serves as people arrive, or service at a set time. We will recommend what fits. Popular choices include haddock and chips, gravy and cod and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater work Christmas parties and wakes and gatherings after a funeral.
Somewhere as small as Pickhurst, a field, yard or drive is often the spot. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm ground matters more than anything. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Area
- Pickhurst (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Places near Pickhurst
What else we do in Pickhurst
Pickhurst: venues, parking and local tips
Pickhurst is about 11 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Pickhurst is well within our area, so your event just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We serve 371 places in West Sussex. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 19 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Pulborough station is about 1.4 miles away. Pickhurst is within about 5 miles of the South Downs National Park. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
We serve events across the RH20 postcode area. If your venue is just outside Pickhurst, we also cover Pulborough (1 mile south-east), Bedham (2 miles west), Hardham (2 miles south), Fittleworth (2 miles south-west) and Lower Horncroft (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (11 miles north-east), Worthing (12 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Coates Castle (3.6 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include The Mens.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and usually costs more per head. A fish and chip van needs a level spot and permission to park. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why us?
- No kitchen needed
- No surprises in your quote
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Hot food handed straight over
For planners, venues and organisers
Organising a club, school or community event in Pickhurst? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
The menu, dish by dish
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Occasions we serve in Pickhurst
A van is food and an occasion in one. The van becomes a focal point, and the food is hot and generous.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Care home visits
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
Within reach of Pickhurst are historic houses such as Old Place Manor (1.2 miles south) and Petworth House (4.1 miles west). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before booking.
Questions to ask before you book
- A clear list of what’s included
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Planning for dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Confirm allergies by email
- Give us separate numbers for children
It helps to have bins and napkins by the van for everyone.
Let everyone know when the food is ready, so they don’t miss out.
What happens on the day
Nothing is cooked before it is needed. Each portion is battered and fried as it is ordered, so it is as fresh as from any chip shop. Around midsummer it stays light in Pickhurst until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening events are usually served in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 3:55pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Let us know the serving time
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
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What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How far we travel
- Any minimum charge
- Parking and the way in
- Service time
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Pickhurst questions
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Which station is closest to Pickhurst?
Pulborough station, about 1.4 miles south of the centre.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, including West Sussex. See all areas.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we’ll advise.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Children usually love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
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.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
- 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