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Fish and chip van for parties in Hunston, West Sussex
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your party makes the food a highlight of your party in Hunston.
- Family reunions
- Naming days and christenings
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
Party fish and chip van in Hunston
Party fish and chip van in Hunston, cooked to order
Birthdays, garden parties, anniversaries and christenings all suit a fish and chip van. Everyone from toddlers to grandparents knows what they’re getting. For family reunions and kids’ birthday parties, we’ll put together a menu of haddock and chips, gravy and cod and chips.
A country party near Hunston is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
- Where
- Hunston (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
Compared with cooking a barbecue yourself, a chip van means nobody is stuck at the grill. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Something for guests to gather round
- No surprises in your quote
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Take a look at our pricing and what a fish and chip van costs.
Step by step
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can get on with your party. For a late-May party in Hunston, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. After dark, light the area around the van.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Party venues around Hunston
Hunston is about 2 miles south of Chichester, in West Sussex. Across the PO20 area, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. We cover 371 places across West Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 28 miles away.
Historic houses near Hunston include Goodwood House (4.5 miles north). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. For party guests on the train, the nearest station is Chichester station, about 1.5 miles north. The coast is within about 5 miles, so a chip van is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
Here we cover the PO20 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Heath Close, Westlands Road and St Leodegars Way; a party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. If your venue is just outside Hunston, we also cover Donnington (1 mile west), North Mundham (1 mile east), Runcton (1 mile east), Portfield (2 miles north) and Chichester (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (4 miles east), Selsey (5 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles west), Rustington (12 miles east) and Angmering (13 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find St Richard's Hospital (2.3 miles north) and Chichester Castle (2 miles north).
- Nearby schools include Chichester High School For Girls (1.4 miles north) and Chichester Free School (1.4 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Spotted Cow Public House (less than half a mile north-east)
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Distance and any road charges
- Access and parking
- The date and time of year
- Cod, haddock or both
Larger groups generally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The address or venue name
- Your date and serving time
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Hunston
Is Hunston too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Hunston?
The closest is Chichester station, roughly 1.5 miles away.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the house, and we will say what we need.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
For planners, venues and organisers
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Perfect for your party in Hunston
People book a chip van for parties because nobody has to cook. And it is fun.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Street parties
- Birthday parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
A christening at St Leodegar's Church followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
What to look for in a quote
- When payment is due
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The deadline for final numbers
- The cancellation terms
Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Confirm allergies by email
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Give us separate numbers for children
Keep the queue away from the road if the van is on the drive.
Bunting and festoon lights by the van make it part of the party.
Also near Hunston
More for events in Hunston
DIY versus a fish and chip 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.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
The menu, dish by dish
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
- 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