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Fish and chip van for parties in Lodsworth, West Sussex
Party fish and chip van in Lodsworth: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Street parties
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Christenings and naming days
Book the van in Lodsworth
Lodsworth parties: what to know
Lodsworth is about 11 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. We take a fish and chip van for your party to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Lodsworth and the surrounding area. We take the van to all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 18 miles away.
If the day starts at The Parish Church of St Peter, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives. The South Downs National Park is within about 3 miles of Lodsworth, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
This part of West Sussex takes in GU28. Local streets include The Street, Shepherds Lane and The Croft; a party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Lickfold (2 miles north), Lurgashall (2 miles north), Ebernoe (4 miles north-east), Northchapel (4 miles north-east) and Ansteadbrook (6 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (15 miles south), Chichester (12 miles south), Littlehampton (15 miles south-east), Emsworth (15 miles south-west), Rustington (15 miles south-east) and Storrington (12 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Midhurst Museum (2.7 miles west) and Midhurst Community Hospital (2.4 miles west). Within reach you will find Blackdown and Graffham Common.
- Pubs nearby include The Hollist Arms Public House (less than half a mile south)
About our party fish and chip van in Lodsworth
It feels like a treat, but stays relaxed: fish and chips from the van, eaten in the garden. We are frequently asked to cater reunions and family get-togethers and children’s parties, with curry sauce, sausage and chips and cod and chips.
In a small place like Lodsworth, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Where
- Lodsworth (GU28)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Mention the van to neighbours
- Send us a photo of the drive
- Make sure the van can park legally
Have bins and napkins by the van.
Finish with the birthday cake.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Lodsworth?
Everyone from toddlers to grandparents enjoys it, so it’s ideal for family parties.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Lodsworth and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Family reunions
- Engagement parties
Among the historic houses close to Lodsworth are Cowdray House (2.4 miles south-west) and Petworth House (3.2 miles east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first.
What your quote should include
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether travel is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- Payment terms and deposit
The menu, dish by dish
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
What affects the price in Lodsworth
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Access and parking
- Any minimum charge
- How many people are eating
- The length of service
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where the van would park
- The address or venue name
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Chips
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
A hog roast is pork only, while a chip van gives people a choice. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
Why Lodsworth hosts choose us
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- We cover Lodsworth and the whole of West Sussex
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Also near Lodsworth
Other occasions in Lodsworth
Common questions in Lodsworth
We are gathering after a service at The Parish Church of St Peter: 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.
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
Can the van come to our street party?
Yes, where the council allows it. Check your council’s rules on road closures and vehicles early.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, West Sussex included. Find your area.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
How the day works
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot when you’re ready to eat. Sunset in Lodsworth drops to about 7:05pm by late September and 4:00pm by December, so think about lighting by the van.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
How to get a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Planning help
- 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