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Party Fish and Chip Van in Somerley
Party fish and chip van in Somerley: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Garden get-togethers
- Naming days and christenings
- Street parties
Party fish and chip van in Somerley
Party fish and chip van in Somerley, cooked to order
Food is fried to order, so it is hot and crisp, not left out on a table for hours. Whether it’s leaving parties and reunions and family get-togethers, we can cook sausage and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips for your guests.
A country party near Somerley is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
- Where
- Somerley (PO20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
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.
A chip van compared with other options
A venue plus caterer can be expensive. With a van, home becomes the venue. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your party is.
Why Somerley hosts choose us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Bookings across West Sussex, including Somerley
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Read how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Planners, venues and businesses
Organising a club, school or community event in Somerley? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Somerley
- Chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
The menu, dish by dish
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and children love it.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Common questions in Somerley
How far is Somerley from London?
Roughly 59 miles from the centre of London.
We are gathering after a service at St James' 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 typically elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we will confirm what we need.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. We cook inside the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
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.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Count children separately
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Have a back-up for special diets
Have bins and napkins by the van.
Your own cake makes the perfect finish.
Towns and villages near Somerley
Other occasions in Somerley
Hosting a chip van party in Somerley
Somerley is about 4 miles north-west of Selsey, in West Sussex. Parties in Somerley are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Somerley is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Somerley to Southampton (26 miles away).
After a christening at a church like St James' Church, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends. The coast is within about 5 miles, so a chip van is a natural choice.
This part of West Sussex takes in PO20. We can serve a party on streets such as Bell Lane and Hundredsteddle Lane, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Almodington (1 mile south-east), Birdham (1 mile north-east), Shipton Green (1 mile north-west), Earnley (1 mile south) and East Wittering (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (7 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-east), Selsey (4 miles south-east), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (6 miles north-west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Chichester Castle (4.9 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (5.2 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Pilsey Island.
- Local pubs include The Birdham Public House (1 mile north-east)
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
These are the factors that matter most:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How far we travel
- The number of meals
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your party.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Allergies and diets you know about
Still finalising the details? No problem: tell us the basics about your party, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
The process
We work to your timings. If things run late, we hold off cooking until you’re ready, so the food is still fresh when it is served. For a late-May party in Somerley, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, the queue and the path to the van need light.
- Get in touch 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.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Share the timings for the day
How to get a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
Read more
- 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