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Fish and chip van for parties in Donnington, West Sussex
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your party turns food into part of your party in Donnington.
- Retirement celebrations
- Family parties with children
- Naming days and christenings
Book the van in Donnington
Party fish and chip van for your party in Donnington
Everything is cooked as people come up, rather than sitting on a buffet table all afternoon. Whether it is retirement parties and anniversary celebrations, we can cook sausage and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips for your guests.
In a small place like Donnington, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. You’ll know what’s included before booking: the date, the service time and the menu.
- Location
- Donnington (PO20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
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.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Questions from Donnington
Is Donnington too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Donnington close to London?
Roughly 56 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the van park on my drive?
That depends on the space and the route in. Mention anything tight, and we’ll tell you honestly.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including West Sussex. See all areas.
Do you take everything away?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for guests are worth planning.
What do you bring?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Can you do something for the children?
Sausage and chips, generally. Tell us how many children to expect.
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
We arrive, park up and heat the fryers, then serve as guests come up.
Bunting and festoon lights by the van make it part of the party.
Events we cater in Donnington
Everyone from toddlers to grandparents enjoys it, so it’s ideal for family parties.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Donnington and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Children’s parties
- Summer garden parties
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Milestone birthdays
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as The Parish Church of St George, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards.
Questions to ask before you book
- Payment terms and deposit
- If the price includes VAT
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Whether travel is included
Space, access and the venue
If a spot isn’t suitable, we will tell you, and help find another. The main points are:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Confirmation that the van can park there
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
How it works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your party. In Donnington, a June party has light until about 9:20pm, while a late-September one is dark by about 7:05pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check where the van can park and send a price.
- We arrive, park on the drive or agreed spot and set up.
- We serve hot from the hatch while the party carries on.
- We pack up afterwards and leave the drive tidy.
How to prepare
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Name one person we can call on the day
Getting a price
Send us the date, the address or PO20 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. To get started, use our quote form.
Planning help
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. Ask the council or landowner early.
Hosting 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.
Places near Donnington
What else we do in Donnington
Parties in Donnington: homes, halls and local tips
Donnington is about 2 miles south of Chichester, in West Sussex. We park up at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Donnington and nearby villages. Donnington is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 27 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Goodwood House (4.8 miles north-east). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. Guests arriving by train should know that the nearest station is Chichester station, about 1.6 miles north. The coast is within about 6 miles, so a chip van is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
Parties anywhere in PO20 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. You’ll find Donnington on the B2201, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van. Close by, we cover parties in Hunston (1 mile east), North Mundham (1 mile east), Runcton (2 miles east), Chichester (2 miles north) and Portfield (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (5 miles east), Selsey (5 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles north-west), Rustington (12 miles east) and Angmering (14 miles east).
A little further out are Chichester Cathedral Treasury (1.8 miles north) and St Richard's Hospital (2.5 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Nutborne Marshes.
- Pubs nearby include The Blacksmith's Arms Public House (less than half a mile south-west)
About the food
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
What a fish and chip van costs
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- How many people are eating
- The length of service
- Your choice of menu
- Access and parking
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We will send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The venue or postcode
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, use our quote form.
- 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