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Fish and chip van for parties in East Hampnett, West Sussex
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in East Hampnett? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Family parties with children
- Birthday parties
- Leaving parties
A chip van near East Hampnett
Party fish and chip van in East Hampnett, fried fresh
For children, there is sausage and chips, so nobody needs a separate meal. Popular choices include cod and chips, pie and chips and gravy, and we are regularly asked to cater neighbourhood get-togethers and family reunions.
Country parties near East Hampnett suit a chip van: fried fresh and eaten outside. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Where
- East Hampnett (PO18)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
How it works
We don’t cook ahead. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, so it is as fresh as from any chip shop. In East Hampnett, a June party has light until about 9:20pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:05pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- 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.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Ensure the van can get in
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your party. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
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A chip van compared with other options
A takeaway order for a party takes ages and arrives lukewarm. A van fries on the spot. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your party is.
Why book with us
- Classic food your guests already know
- A clear quote before you book
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- We cover East Hampnett and the whole of West Sussex
What the van needs
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in East Hampnett
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Show us where the van would go
- Let your neighbours know
When everyone has eaten, we pack up and leave the drive tidy.
A sign by the hatch with the menu speeds things up.
Questions from East Hampnett
How far is East Hampnett from London?
Roughly 52 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
We’re gathering after a service at The Parish Church of St Mary: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
When should we book for a summer party?
As early as you can for summer weekends. Get in touch with your date.
Organising for someone else?
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in East Hampnett? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Nearby places to East Hampnett
More for events in East Hampnett
Occasions we serve in East Hampnett
With a van, the host gets to enjoy the party. It’s also a bit of fun.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Engagement parties
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Leaving parties
Among the historic houses close to East Hampnett are Goodwood House (2.4 miles north-west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first.
What to look for in a quote
- Allergen information for each item
- Payment terms and deposit
- What happens if plans change
- A clear list of what’s included
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Party venues around East Hampnett
East Hampnett is about 4 miles east of Chichester, in West Sussex. In and around East Hampnett, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. East Hampnett is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from East Hampnett to Brighton (about 25 miles away).
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as The Parish Church of St Mary, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. For party guests on the train, Barnham station, about 2.8 miles south-east, is the nearest station. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of East Hampnett, so many gardens around here have a great outlook. The coast is within about 5 miles, so a chip van is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
We serve parties across the PO18 postcode area and the streets around it. Local streets include Marsh Lane and East Hampnett Lane; a party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Crockerhill (1 mile north-east), Norton (1 mile east), Aldingbourne (1 mile south-east), Nyton (1 mile south-east) and Westergate (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (13 miles east), Bognor Regis (4 miles south), Chichester (4 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (8 miles east) and Emsworth (11 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include The Chichester City Museum (3.7 miles west) and Tote Copse Castle (1.2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Levin Down.
- Local schools include Ormiston Six Villages Academy (1.6 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Winterton Arms Public House (less than half a mile north-east)
- 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