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Party Fish and Chip Van for Maudlin events
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Party fish and chip van in Maudlin.
- Birthday parties
- Summer garden parties
- Naming days and christenings
Party fish and chip van in Maudlin
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Send us a picture of the drive
- Count children separately
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Make sure the van can park legally
Put bins and napkins near the hatch.
A few lights around the van look great.
How our party fish and chip van works in Maudlin
It is a treat that feels special without being formal: paper portions of fish and chips in the garden. We’re often asked to cater retirement celebrations and garden get-togethers, with mushy peas, cod and chips and curry sauce.
Near Maudlin, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the route. You will know what’s included before you book: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Maudlin (PO18)
- County
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
The process
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we are there in good time before you want to eat. For a late-May party in Maudlin, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. After dark, light the area around the van.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Let us know the serving time
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
How to get a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your party for your party in Maudlin? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
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For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
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.
A chip van compared with other options
A buffet is easy but forgettable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Why us?
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Classic food your guests already know
- Something for guests to gather round
Who books party fish and chip van in Maudlin?
It works at home: a drive or a firm spot near the garden will do.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Naming days and christenings
- Big birthdays
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Get-togethers with old friends
Guests arriving by train should know that the closest railway station is Chichester station, roughly 2.1 miles south-west of the centre.
Before booking anyone
- Whether there’s a minimum
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- If the price includes VAT
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
Before you choose a spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Parties in Maudlin: homes, halls and local tips
Maudlin is about 2 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. From the centre of Maudlin to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Maudlin is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 27 miles away.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as The Parish Church of St Peter, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. Within reach of Maudlin are historic houses such as Goodwood House (1.5 miles north) and West Dean House (4.1 miles north). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first. The coast is within about 6 miles, so a chip van is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
For parties in PO18, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. From Augustus Way, Vespasian Close and Stane Street or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. If your venue is just outside Maudlin, we also cover Westhampnett (1 mile west), Shopwyke (1 mile south), Westerton (1 mile north), Strettington (1 mile north-east) and Waterbeach (1 mile north). Further out, we also take the van to Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (8 miles south), Littlehampton (10 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles west) and Rustington (11 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Castle (1.6 miles south-west) and The Chichester City Museum (1.7 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Levin Down.
- Local schools include Westbourne House School (0.6 miles south) and Chichester High School For Girls (2 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Coach And Horses Public House (under half a mile north-east)
Takeaway run or book a van?
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
FAQs for Maudlin
Is Maudlin 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 Maudlin close to London?
Roughly 53 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
What do children eat?
Of course. Children normally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Who clears up?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
How much space do you need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we’ll take it from there.
Do you come to Maudlin?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Maudlin is within our area. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
Nearby places to Maudlin
Also in Maudlin
- 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