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Party Fish and Chip Van for Stedham events
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 Stedham.
- Family reunions
- Big birthdays
- Engagement parties
Planning an event in Stedham?
Party fish and chip van in Stedham, cooked to order
The queue at the hatch gets people mixing, which is what a party is all about. We serve haddock and chips, cod and chips and gravy, and we’re frequently booked for family celebrations after a christening and anniversaries and engagement parties.
In a small place like Stedham, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the route. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Area
- Stedham (GU29)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Questions from Stedham
Do you come out to small places like Stedham?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Stedham close to London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
How much space do you need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before you book.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van, mainly. Mention power and water and we will confirm the rest.
What a fish and chip van costs
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Any minimum charge
- The number of meals
- The date and time of year
- The menu and how many choices
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the event is
Each quote is put together for your party. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
About the food
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Parties in Stedham: homes, halls and local tips
Stedham is about 7 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 Stedham and nearby villages. We serve all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. We serve events right across the region, from Stedham to Guildford (about 19 miles away).
If the day starts at The Parish Church of St James, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives. Stedham is within about 2 miles of the South Downs National Park, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Wherever your party is in GU29, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From The Street, The Alley and Queens Street or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Iping (1 mile north-west), Woolbeding (1 mile east), Minsted (1 mile south-west), Bepton Common (1 mile south-east) and Midhurst (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (15 miles south), Chichester (11 miles south), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Storrington (15 miles east), Billingshurst (14 miles east) and Portfield (11 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Midhurst Museum (1.6 miles east) and Lodsworth Castle (4.5 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Iping and Stedham Commons and Wheeler's Down.
- Schools near Stedham include Midhurst Rother College (1.6 miles east)
The process
We work to your timings. If things run late, we hold off cooking until you’re ready, so nothing is cooked before it is needed. In Stedham, a June party has light 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.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
How to get a price
Planning a fish and chip van for your party in Stedham? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Where the van can park in Stedham
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Stedham
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
Who books party fish and chip van in Stedham?
Fresh food beats a tired buffet, especially as the evening cools.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Retirement parties
Historic houses near Stedham include Cowdray House (1.8 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.
What to look for in a quote
- How many hours the van serves
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The van’s size and access needs
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Arrange an alternative if needed
- A picture of the parking spot helps
- Flag any coeliac guests
Plan where the queue stands if the van is on the drive.
A sign by the hatch with the menu speeds things up.
For event organisers in Stedham
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
- 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