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Party Fish and Chip Van for Cross Gate events
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Party fish and chip van in Cross Gate.
- Milestone birthdays
- Family parties with children
- Engagement parties
Party fish and chip van in Cross Gate
How our party fish and chip van works in Cross Gate
Food is fried to order, so it is hot and crisp, rather than sitting on a buffet table all afternoon. On the menu are cod and chips, gravy and mushy peas, and we are regularly asked to cater get-togethers with old friends and milestone birthdays.
In a small place like Cross Gate, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will handle the rest. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Location
- Cross Gate (BN18)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Questions from Cross Gate
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 follow the site rules.
Can you serve after a service at The Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels?
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. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we will advise.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we will include them in the plan.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
How far ahead should we book a party?
Summer Saturdays book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
With children, food about an hour in works well.
A sign by the hatch with the menu speeds things up.
What happens on the day
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace. Autumn and winter parties in Cross Gate get dark early: about 7:05pm in late September and 4:00pm in December, so a lit spot for the van helps.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check access for the van and send a quote.
- We arrive, park on the drive or agreed spot and set up.
- We fry fresh and serve from the hatch as your guests come up.
- We pack up afterwards and leave the drive tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Getting a price
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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Perfect for your party in Cross Gate
You don’t need a venue: a drive or a firm spot near the garden will do.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Children’s parties
For party guests on the train, the closest railway station is Amberley station, roughly 1.5 miles south-west of the centre.
What your quote should include
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- When payment is due
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
Hiring a hall and a caterer adds up. A van on the drive keeps it simple. The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Classic food your guests already know
- Hot food handed straight over
Read how we price and the cost guide.
Space, access and the venue
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- How easy the site is to reach
- The menu and how many choices
- The number of meals
- How long we serve
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The address or venue name
- Allergies and diets you know about
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Send us the date, the address or BN18 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and you’ll get a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Towns and villages near Cross Gate
What else we do in Cross Gate
Organising for someone else?
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
Should I sort the food myself?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Planning a party in Cross Gate
Cross Gate is about 7 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. People in Cross Gate book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Cross Gate is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 18 miles away.
Parks such as Parham Park normally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. Nearby historic houses include Parham House (1.1 miles east) and Old Place Manor (3.3 miles north). Grand settings like these frequently have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler. Cross Gate is within about a mile of the South Downs National Park, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Wherever your party is in BN18, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. If your venue is just outside Cross Gate, we also cover Rackham (1 mile east), Amberley (1 mile south-west), Bury (2 miles west), Coldwaltham (2 miles north-west) and Watersfield (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Horsham (14 miles north-east), Worthing (8 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles south-west), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (7 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Amberley Museum (1.4 miles south-west) and Amberley Castle (1 mile west). Open spaces near Cross Gate include Bignor Hill and Amberley Wild Brooks.
- 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