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Fish and Chip Van Hire in West Lavington
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van in West Lavington.
- Summer garden parties
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Fish and chip days at care homes
Book the van in West Lavington
Planning the van’s spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A spot near your guests
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Fish and chip van hire for your event in West Lavington
Because the cooking is in the van, the weather does not stop us. That makes it a safe bet for British events. We are frequently asked to cater christmas parties and care home visits, serving haddock and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
Somewhere as small as West Lavington, a field, yard or drive is frequently the spot. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we will plan for them, and firm, dry ground is the key. Timings are planned around your event, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- West Lavington (GU29)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Takeaway run or book a van?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
Fish and chip van hire around West Lavington
West Lavington is about 9 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. For events in West Lavington, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We serve 371 places in West Sussex. Our bookings stretch from West Lavington to Guildford (20 miles away).
Churches such as The Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by usually does. Within reach of West Lavington are historic houses such as Cowdray House (0.6 miles north). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. The South Downs National Park is within about a mile of West Lavington, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
We serve events across GU29 and the streets around it. Local streets include Church Road, Selham Road and Highstanding Lane; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Midhurst (1 mile west), Cocking Causeway (1 mile south-west), Easebourne (1 mile north), Bepton Common (1 mile west) and Heyshott Green (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (10 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles south-east), Emsworth (13 miles south-west), Rustington (15 miles south-east) and Storrington (13 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Midhurst Museum (0.6 miles north-west) and Lodsworth Castle (2.5 miles east). Open spaces near West Lavington include Levin Down and Graffham Common.
- Schools near West Lavington include St Margaret's Convent (0.7 miles north-west) and Midhurst Rother College (0.8 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include Crown House (0.5 miles north-west)
About the food
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and it is a favourite with children.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
Who books fish and chip van hire in West Lavington?
Hot food on a cold or wet day is hard to beat, and the van keeps frying whatever the weather.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are often booked for:
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Summer garden parties
- Company team days
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Midhurst CofE Primary School, can book the van as a food stall.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- When final numbers are due
- The van’s size and access needs
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
- A short menu helps everyone
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier for everyone.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
Places near West Lavington
What else we do in West Lavington
West Lavington: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like West Lavington?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
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.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is generally made with wheat flour. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before booking.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
Is fish and chips enough as a meal?
It can be. Fish and chips with mushy peas is a full meal, and you can add your own cake or desserts.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. We cook inside the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
Can you feed a lot of people?
It depends on numbers and timings. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
Can the van park on grass?
Generally, if it is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
For planners, venues and organisers
Having the party at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Why choose a fish and chip van in West Lavington?
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and nothing’s hot on a cool evening. Fish and chips is fried to order and served hot. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
What you get with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Something for guests to gather round
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Take a look at how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
How it works
You don’t need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your event. The frying and serving are down to us. Light matters for evening service: around West Lavington, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 4:00pm.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- 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