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Fish and chip van for parties in Hammerpot, West Sussex
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your party in Hammerpot. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Get-togethers with old friends
Party fish and chip van for Hammerpot events
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Show us where the van would go
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Arrange an alternative if needed
Have bins and napkins by the van.
A few lights around the van look great.
Party fish and chip van in Hammerpot, cooked to order
Everything is cooked as people come up, rather than sitting on a buffet table all afternoon. Whether it’s reunions and family get-togethers and christenings and naming days, we can cook mushy peas, curry sauce and haddock and chips.
In a small place like Hammerpot, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll handle the rest. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will be straight with you about what we can do.
- Where
- Hammerpot (BN16)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
How it works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can get on with your party in Hammerpot. Midsummer parties in Hammerpot stay bright 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.
- Guests come up to the hatch and we fry to order.
- Afterwards, we clear up and leave you to it.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Give us a contact for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Service time
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How many people are eating
- Any minimum charge
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your party is.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Expected numbers
Send us the date, the address or BN16 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers.
Events we cater in Hammerpot
Hot food beats a buffet that’s been out for hours, especially as the evening cools.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Retirement parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Summer garden parties
- Milestone birthdays
Within reach of Hammerpot are historic houses such as Ecclesden Manor (1.1 miles south-east). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
Comparing caterers
- Any minimum charge
- How many hours the van serves
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- When payment is due
Working with your venue
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.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
FAQs for Hammerpot
Do you come out to small places like Hammerpot?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Could you trade in Clapham Wood?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Is there a kids’ option?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include them in your numbers.
Can you park at our house?
It depends on the drive and the access. Tell us about gates, slopes and overhead branches, and we’ll advise.
What do we need to supply?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we will confirm what we need.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Hammerpot parties: what to know
Hammerpot is about 3 miles north-east of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. For a party in Hammerpot, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We cover 371 places across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Hammerpot to Brighton (about 16 miles away).
Parks such as Clapham Wood typically need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first. If guests are coming by rail, Angmering station, about 1.7 miles south, is the nearest station. Hammerpot is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, so many gardens around here have a great outlook. The coast is within about 4 miles, so a chip van is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
For parties in BN16, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. Nearby, we also serve parties in Angmering (1 mile south), Patching (2 miles east), Clapham (2 miles east), Hangleton (2 miles south-east) and West Preston (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Worthing (4 miles east), Bognor Regis (9 miles west), Chichester (13 miles west), Selsey (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (3 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Rustington Museum (2.3 miles south) and Lyminster Siege Castle (2.4 miles west). Green spaces nearby include WWT Arundel and Highdown Hill.
- Schools near Hammerpot include The Angmering School (1.3 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Fox pub (0.7 miles east)
A chip van compared with other options
A venue plus caterer can be expensive. A van on the drive keeps it simple. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Why us?
- Bookings across West Sussex, including Hammerpot
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- No surprises in your quote
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Towns and villages near Hammerpot
Other occasions in Hammerpot
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
- 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