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Fish and chip van for parties in Charlton, West Sussex
Party fish and chip van in Charlton: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Milestone birthdays
- Engagement parties
- Summer garden parties
Fresh fish and chips in Charlton
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A hog roast is one dish, while a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Why Charlton hosts choose us
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Something for guests to gather round
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Take a look at our pricing or what a fish and chip van costs.
Party fish and chip van for your party in Charlton
Food is fried to order, so it is hot and crisp, rather than sitting on a buffet table all afternoon. Typical bookings include anniversaries and engagement parties and retirement parties, with haddock and chips, pie and chips and gravy.
Near Charlton, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. Timings are planned around your party, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- Charlton (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
What affects the price in Charlton
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Cod, haddock or both
- Access and parking
- The day of the week
- The minimum booking
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What we need to know
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A photo of the parking spot
- Expected numbers
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
The process
Here’s how the day typically runs: the van arrives and we set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot at the agreed time. At midsummer, it’s light in Charlton until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Occasions we serve in Charlton
With a van, the host gets to enjoy the party. And it is fun.
These are some of the bookings we take around Charlton:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Naming days and christenings
- Family parties with children
- Retirement parties
Nearby historic houses include West Dean House (1.7 miles west) and Goodwood House (2.7 miles south). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
Before booking anyone
- Any minimum charge
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Whether VAT is included
- A clear list of what’s included
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Planners, venues and businesses
Hosting at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Hosting a chip van party in Charlton
Charlton is about 5 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. Give us the address of your party in Charlton, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. Charlton is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 24 miles away.
A christening at The Parish Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan. Charlton is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Anywhere in PO18, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your party could be at a house on Charlton Road and Knight's Hill, wherever the van can park. For parties just outside Charlton, we cover Singleton (1 mile west), East Dean (1 mile east), West Dean (2 miles west), Cocking (3 miles north) and Heyshott (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (9 miles south), Chichester (5 miles south), Selsey (12 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles south-east), Emsworth (10 miles south-west) and Rustington (12 miles south-east).
A little further out are Chichester Centre (4.6 miles south) and Weald and Downland Gridshell (0.8 miles west). Open spaces near Charlton include Levin Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
- Pubs nearby include The Fox Goes Free pub (within half a mile north-east)
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the party.
Charlton questions
How far is Charlton from London?
About 49 miles from central London.
Can you serve after a service at The Parish Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
What does it cost to hire the van?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Do you come to Charlton?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Charlton and the rest of West Sussex. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Arrange an alternative if needed
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Confirm allergies by email
Keep the queue away from the road if the van is on the drive.
Your own cake makes the perfect finish.
Also near Charlton
What else we do in Charlton
- 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