West Sussex · England
Party Fish and Chip Van in Steyning
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Party fish and chip van in Steyning.
- Milestone birthdays
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Naming days and christenings
Book the van in Steyning
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Send us a photo of the drive
Plan where the queue stands if the van is on the drive.
Plan cover in case of showers.
About our party fish and chip van in Steyning
Food is fried to order, so it is hot and crisp, not left out on a table for hours. We serve curry sauce, gravy and cod and chips, and we are often booked for reunions and family get-togethers and family parties with children.
Around Steyning, a garden and a drive is all you need. A chip van fits right in. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
- Area
- Steyning (BN44)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
A hog roast is one dish, while a chip van gives people a choice. The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why us?
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Quick service from the hatch
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Party venues around Steyning
Steyning is about 4 miles north-west of Shoreham-by-Sea, in West Sussex. Steyning is well within our area, so your party just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We serve 371 places in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Steyning to Brighton (9 miles away).
Guests arriving by train should know that Lancing station, about 4.1 miles south, is the nearest station. Near the coast, within about 5 miles, a fish and chip van feels like a trip to the seaside, and we always plan for wind.
Anywhere in BN44, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include High Street, Market Field and Dog Lane, and the van can serve a party on any of them with a suitable parking spot. If your venue is just outside Steyning, we also cover Bramber (1 mile east), Botolphs (1 mile south-east), Upper Beeding (1 mile east), Sompting (4 miles south) and Findon Valley (4 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Horsham (12 miles north), Worthing (5 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (13 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles north-east), Littlehampton (10 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (4 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Steyning Museum (within half a mile north) and Southlands Hospital (4.4 miles south-east). Within reach you will find Woods Mill and Chanctonbury Hill.
- Schools near Steyning include Steyning Grammar School (0.5 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find The Model Bakery The Norfolk Arms (under half a mile north)
How it works
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we’re there in good time before you want to eat. At midsummer, it is light in Steyning until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- First, tell us about your party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
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.
Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Organising a club, school or community event in Steyning? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
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What affects the price in Steyning
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How far we travel
- How long we serve
- Your choice of menu
- The number of meals
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Your date and serving time
- Where the event is
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Steyning?
No washing up, no cold buffet to throw away.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Engagement parties
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Birthday parties
- Summer garden parties
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Jarvis Hall, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards.
What to look for in a quote
- If the price includes VAT
- How much space the van takes up
- What the price includes, item by item
- The cancellation terms
What the van needs
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
Steyning questions
What about events near the coast?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind doesn’t affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
We are gathering after a service at Jarvis Hall: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is usually elsewhere. Send us the address.
What if the weather’s bad?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Is there a kids’ option?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is usually easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Do you have allergen information?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Which areas do you serve?
We take the van across London and the South East, including West Sussex. Find your area.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the house, and we’ll confirm what we need.
- 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