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Fish and chip van for parties in Sidlesham Common, West Sussex
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Party fish and chip van in Sidlesham Common.
- Family reunions
- Family parties with children
- Anniversary celebrations
Planning an event in Sidlesham Common?
How the day works
There is very little for you to do on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your party. The frying and serving are down to us. Midsummer parties in Sidlesham Common stay bright until about 9:20pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:05pm. Plan lights for the drive and the queue if you’re eating late.
- We start with a few details about your party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Let us know the serving time
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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Party fish and chip van for your party in Sidlesham Common
Guests who do not know each other end up chatting in the queue. On the menu are sausage and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips, and typical bookings are for anniversaries and engagement parties and reunions and family get-togethers.
In a small place like Sidlesham Common, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll plan the route. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will be straight with you about what we can do before booking.
- Area
- Sidlesham Common (PO20)
- County
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning for dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Confirm allergies by email
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
We park on the agreed spot and set up, then serve as guests come up.
Put the menu up by the van.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
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 cooks in front of your guests instead.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A buffet is easy but forgettable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book with us
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Classic food your guests already know
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Sidlesham Common
We’re gathering after a service at St Mary Our Lady Sidlesham: 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 generally elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
Is Sidlesham Common too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you need power or water from us?
A suitable spot for the van, mainly. Mention power and water and we’ll confirm the rest.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
Planning a party in Sidlesham Common
Sidlesham Common is about 3 miles south of Chichester, in West Sussex. For a party in Sidlesham Common, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. We serve events right across the region, from Sidlesham Common to Southampton (27 miles away).
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as St Mary Our Lady Sidlesham, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. The coast is within about 5 miles, so a chip van is a natural choice.
Parties anywhere in PO20 start with a parking spot for the van. Whether your party is on Chichester Road and Jury Lane or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. For parties just outside Sidlesham Common, we cover Street End (1 mile south-east), Sidlesham (1 mile south), Fisher (1 mile east), Keynor Estate (2 miles south) and South Mundham (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (5 miles east), Chichester (3 miles north), Selsey (4 miles south), Littlehampton (12 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles north-west) and Rustington (13 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Chichester Cathedral Treasury (2.9 miles north) and Chichester Castle (3.2 miles north). The countryside around Sidlesham Common includes Nutborne Marshes.
- Pubs nearby include The Blacksmith's Arms Public House (0.9 miles north)
Space, access and the venue
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Pie and chips
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Having the party at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
Perfect for your party in Sidlesham Common
You do not need a venue: a drive or firm lawn is enough.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Birthday parties
- Leaving parties
- Christenings and naming days
For guests coming by train, Chichester station, about 2.6 miles north, is the nearest station.
Comparing caterers
- Whether travel is included
- How much space the van takes up
- The deposit and payment dates
- Whether there’s a minimum
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce and it’s on the menu.
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 goes out hot and crisp.
- 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