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Party Fish and Chip Van for Portslade events
Bring the chip shop to your party in Portslade. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Big birthdays
- Christenings and naming days
- Children’s parties
Planning an event in Portslade?
Should I sort the food myself?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Party fish and chip van in Portslade, cooked to order
We park on the drive or a firm spot near the party, with the hatch facing your guests. On the menu are gravy, mushy peas and curry sauce, and we are frequently booked for garden parties and summer get-togethers and retirement parties.
For a party in Portslade, home is often the best venue. Let us know how the van reaches the house, and we will do the rest. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Area
- Portslade (BN41, BN3, BN42)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
How the day works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can get on with your party. A summer party in Portslade stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the serving time
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Parties in Portslade: homes, halls and local tips
Portslade is about 1 mile west of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. Parties in Portslade are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We serve all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages.
Within reach of Portslade are historic houses such as Portslade Manor (less than half a mile south-west) and Preston Manor & Gardens (2.9 miles east). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler. Guests arriving by train should know that the closest railway station is Fishersgate station, roughly 0.7 miles south of the centre. Portslade is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park, so many gardens around here have a great outlook. Near the coast, within about 3 miles, a fish and chip van feels like a trip to the seaside, and we always plan for wind.
We serve parties across BN41, BN3 and BN42. Whether your party is on Mill Lane, Crown Road and Drove Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. You’ll find Portslade on the A293, so it is easy for us to reach with the van. If your venue is just outside Portslade, we also cover Hangleton (1 mile north-east), Southwick (1 mile south-west), Kingston by Sea (1 mile west), Shoreham-by-Sea (2 miles west) and Old Shoreham (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (8 miles west), Haywards Heath (12 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (9 miles north-east), Littlehampton (14 miles west), Lancing (5 miles west) and Rustington (13 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find British Engineerium (1.8 miles east) and Southlands Hospital (1.8 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Shoreham Beach and Thundersbarrow Hill.
- Nearby schools include King's School (less than half a mile south-west)
- Local pubs include The Mill House (under half a mile east)
Places near Portslade
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Before you choose a spot
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Access wide and high enough for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
What affects the price in Portslade
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The minimum booking
- The number of meals
- The length of service
- How far we travel
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the parking spot
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Portslade
Fresh food beats a tired buffet.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Christenings and naming days
- Get-togethers with old friends
Thinking of using Benfield Hill? Parks typically need the owner’s permission, frequently the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Any minimum charge
- Payment terms and deposit
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
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.
For event organisers in Portslade
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- A picture of the parking spot helps
- Mention the van to neighbours
- Flag any coeliac guests
Plan where the queue stands.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
Portslade questions
Is Portslade close to London?
About 46 miles from central London.
We are gathering after a service at St Nicolas Church: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
When should we book for a summer party?
As early as you can for summer weekends. Contact us with your date.
What happens if it rains?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including West Sussex. See all areas.
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 is fish and chip van hire?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
- 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