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Party Fish and Chip Van in Cote
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your party in Cote.
- Retirement parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Summer garden parties
Party fish and chip van for Cote events
How it works
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule. In Cote, a June party has light until about 9:20pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:05pm. Plan lights for the drive and the queue if you are eating late.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, 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.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your party. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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How our party fish and chip van works in Cote
There is no need for a venue: a chip van on the drive turns your home into the venue. We’re often asked to cater retirement celebrations and children’s parties, serving mushy peas, gravy and pie and chips.
In a small place like Cote, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
- Area
- Cote (BN13)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
A venue plus caterer can be expensive. With a van, home becomes the venue. Larger groups usually cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why book with us
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Events in Cote and across West Sussex
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Quick service from the hatch
Take a look at our prices page or what a fish and chip van costs.
Parties in Cote: homes, halls and local tips
Cote is about 2 miles north-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. Around Cote, we park wherever there is level, firm ground, close to your guests. We take the van to 371 places in West Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 13 miles away.
Historic houses near Cote include Ecclesden Manor (2.5 miles south-west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Durrington-On-Sea station, about 1.8 miles south. Cote is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop. Near the coast, within about 4 miles, a fish and chip van feels like a trip to the seaside.
Anywhere in BN13, we can bring the van to you. Nearby, we also serve parties in Durrington (1 mile south-east), High Salvington (1 mile north-east), Clapham (1 mile west), Patching (2 miles west) and Findon (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (12 miles west), Burgess Hill (15 miles north-east), Littlehampton (5 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (7 miles east), Lancing (4 miles east) and Rustington (4 miles south-west).
A little further out are The Acre (2.8 miles south-east) and Old Castle (1.7 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Highdown Hill.
- Local schools include Palatine Primary School (1.3 miles south) and Durrington High School (1.4 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Coach And Horses Public House (less than half a mile south-west)
What the van needs
If a spot isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another. What matters most:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A short walk from the party
- Lighting nearby for evening events
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
Allergies and dietary needs
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Send us a picture of the drive
- Confirm allergies by email
Let the neighbours know the van is coming, or invite them.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Numbers
- The date and time of year
- How easy the site is to reach
- Whether a minimum applies
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your party.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Expected numbers
- A picture of the space and the way in
- The date and time of the event
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Hosting at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Questions from Cote
Can you serve near the sea around Cote?
Yes, of course. Wind doesn’t affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Can the van park in Clapham Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
What do you bring?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Can you do something for the children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include them in your numbers.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can you serve children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
More for events in Cote
Occasions we serve in Cote
You don’t need a venue: a drive or a firm spot near the garden will do.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Street parties
- Anniversary celebrations
- Summer garden parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as St Symphorian's Church, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards.
What your quote should include
- What the price includes, item by item
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- If the price includes VAT
- 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