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Party Fish and Chip Van in Washington
We bring a fish and chip van for your party across Washington and West Sussex, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Retirement celebrations
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Family reunions
Fresh fish and chips in Washington
The process
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. In Washington, a June party has light until about 9:20pm, while a late-September one is dark by about 7:05pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- First, tell us about your party.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Let us know the serving time
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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About our party fish and chip van in Washington
Guests who don’t know each other end up chatting in the queue. Popular choices include pie and chips, curry sauce and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for naming days and christenings and reunions and family get-togethers.
A country party near Washington is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Timings are planned around your party, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
- Location
- Washington (RH20)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Why choose a fish and chip van in Washington?
A hog roast is one dish, while a chip van gives people a choice. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It’s worth asking early.
Why book our van in Washington
- Classic food your guests already know
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Towns and villages near Washington
Other occasions in Washington
What comes out of the fryer
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, great with chips and sausages.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Numbers
- The length of service
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The menu and how many choices
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What we need to know
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Your date and serving time
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The address or venue name
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
FAQs for Washington
Do you come out to small places like Washington?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, West Sussex included. See all areas.
How far ahead should we book a party?
Summer weekends go first. Ask about your date.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
- Let your neighbours know
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Put allergy details in writing
For a children’s party, serve food about an hour in.
Your own cake makes the perfect finish.
Space, access and the venue
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
Party venues around Washington
Washington is about 6 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Tell us where your party in Washington will be, and we will plan the route and the parking spot before the day. We serve 371 places across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 13 miles away.
After a christening at a church like The Parish Church of St Mary, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Washington, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cover parties in every part of RH20 and the streets around it. That could mean a party at a home on London Road, The Street and Chanctonbury Close or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. We also bring the van to parties in Rock (1 mile north), Sullington (1 mile west), Heath Common (2 miles north-west), Storrington (2 miles north-west) and Warminghurst (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Horsham (12 miles north), Worthing (6 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (15 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include The Storrington And District Museum (2 miles north-west). Within reach you will find Chanctonbury Hill.
- Local schools include Windlesham House School (1.2 miles south-west) and Rydon Community College (1.8 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Frankland Arms Public House (under half a mile south-east)
Perfect for your party in Washington
It feels like a treat.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Engagement parties
- Retirement celebrations
- Reunions and family get-togethers
Among the historic houses close to Washington are Parham House (3.9 miles west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first.
Before booking anyone
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- The deadline for final numbers
- Allergen information for each item
- Exactly what’s included in the price
For event organisers in Washington
Hosting at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
- 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