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Fish and chip van hire in River, West Sussex
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van hire in River.
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Company team days
Fresh fish and chips in River
Planners, venues and businesses
Organising a club, school or community event in River? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Fish and chip van hire in River, cooked to order
Because the cooking is in the van, the weather does not stop us. That makes it a safe bet for British events. On the menu are haddock and chips, sausage and chips and curry sauce, and we are regularly asked to cater garden parties and summer get-togethers and community events and fairs.
In a hamlet or village like River, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Area
- River (GU28)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
How it works
Service is quick: food goes from the fryer to the hatch, and people can eat where they like. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. Planning an evening event in River? Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; once it is dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Clear the route for the van
Get a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in River? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. To get in touch, use our quote form.
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Why choose fish and chip van hire in River?
Everyone knows what they’re getting.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in River and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Milestone birthday parties
- Evening wedding food
- Summer garden parties
Among the historic houses close to River are Petworth House (2.4 miles east) and Cowdray House (3.1 miles west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early.
What your quote should include
- If the price includes VAT
- How late numbers can change
- How many hours the van serves
- Whether travel is included
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
- Put allergy details in writing
- Ask about allergies on your invitation or sign-up form
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We park, set up, fry and serve, and keep in touch with you about timings.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
Planning the van’s spot
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A short walk from the party
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in River
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
A chip van compared with other options
If you want something everyone will enjoy, fish and chips from a van is hard to beat for your event in River. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Why book with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A quote that spells everything out
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Read how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
About the food
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
A fish and chip van in River: local details
River is about 12 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. We park up at drives, car parks, yards and venues around River and nearby villages. River is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 17 miles away.
If you are gathering after a service at a church like The Parish Church of St Peter, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. River is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
This part of West Sussex takes in GU28. For events just outside River, we cover Upperton (1 mile east), Selham (2 miles south), Tillington (2 miles south-east), South Ambersham (2 miles south-west) and Hampers Green (2 miles east). Further out, we also take the van to Bognor Regis (14 miles south), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (14 miles south-east), Rustington (15 miles south-east), Storrington (11 miles south-east) and Billingshurst (9 miles east).
A little further out are Lodsworth Castle (1.3 miles south) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (3 miles south-east). Open spaces near River include Graffham Common and Blackdown.
- Local pubs include The Hollist Arms Public House (0.7 miles west)
FAQs for River
Can you serve after a service at The Parish Church of St Peter?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is usually elsewhere. Send us the address.
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 work to whatever the site needs.
What is fish and chip van hire?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we will plan for them.
Can you feed a lot of people?
It can be. Give us your numbers and service time, and we’ll plan it with you.
Cod or haddock?
We serve cod and haddock; tell us which you’d like for your event.
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Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
- 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