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Fish and chip van hire in Thakeham, West Sussex
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van makes the food a highlight of your event in Thakeham.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Work Christmas parties
- Big birthdays
Fish and chip van hire for Thakeham events
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. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Why us?
- Quick service from the hatch
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- We cover Thakeham and the whole of West Sussex
See our pricing or the cost guide.
About our fish and chip van hire in Thakeham
You can keep it simple or plan it carefully: open service, or food at a fixed time. We’ll recommend what fits. Whether it is weddings, especially the evening and wakes and celebrations of life, we can cook curry sauce, sausage and chips and pie and chips for your guests.
In a rural place like Thakeham, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. Timings are planned around your event, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
- Area
- Thakeham (RH20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
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What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Thakeham
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
The process
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we can start a little later or slow the pace to suit your event. In Thakeham, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening events are normally served in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Get a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
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Thakeham questions
We’re gathering after a service at The Parish Church of St Mary: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. 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’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Thakeham?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll confirm what we need.
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Thakeham? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Fish and chip van hire around Thakeham
Thakeham is about 8 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Thakeham. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. We serve events right across the region, from Thakeham to Brighton (about 15 miles away).
After a service at The Parish Church of St Mary, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house. PTAs at schools such as Rydon Community College frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. Thakeham is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
Wherever your event is in RH20, we can fry fresh for your guests. Local streets include The Street, Bramble Lane and Cray's Lane; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Nearby, we also serve events in Abingworth (1 mile south-west), Warminghurst (1 mile south-east), Goose Green (1 mile north-east), West Chiltington (1 mile north-west) and Heath Common (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (15 miles north-east), Horsham (9 miles north-east), Worthing (8 miles south), Haywards Heath (15 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (10 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find The Storrington And District Museum (2.2 miles south-west). Open spaces near Thakeham include Knepp Wildland and Chanctonbury Hill.
What affects the price in Thakeham
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Whether a minimum applies
- How easy the site is to reach
- The menu and how many choices
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Where the event is
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The date and when you’d like to eat
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, use our quote form.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Thakeham?
A van is food and an occasion in one. The van becomes a focal point, and the food is hot and plentiful.
Whatever the occasion in Thakeham, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We are often booked for:
- Festive get-togethers
- Evening wedding food
- Community events and fairs
- Summer garden parties
For anyone arriving by rail, Pulborough station, about 4.1 miles west, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before you book
- A clear list of what’s included
- Payment terms and deposit
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- What the van needs: space, access, power
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
- Send allergies to us in writing
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier for everyone.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
- 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