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Fish and chip van hire in BN18

Fish and chip van hire across BN18, from Yapton, Arundel and Fontwell. Weddings, parties, staff days, fêtes and wakes, fried fresh at the hatch.

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About fish and chip van hire in BN18

Hiring a fish and chip van brings the chip shop to your door. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray. On the menu are haddock and chips, sausage and chips and curry sauce, and we’re frequently booked for fish and chip days at care homes and work Christmas parties.

We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your event in BN18.

We start with a few details about your event.
You get an availability check and a clear 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.

What you will pay

When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.

Why book our van

Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Events in BN18 and across West Sussex
A van that becomes part of the event

Ask for a quote

Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.

Near you in Yapton

Bookings here are often close to Yapton Free Church, St Philip Howard Catholic High School and Yapton CE Primary School. The nearest railway station is Barnham station, roughly 1.5 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Bognor Regis Museum (3.9 miles south-west) and Arundel and District Hospital (3.2 miles north-east). The countryside around Yapton includes WWT Arundel.

Fish and chip van hire in BN18: local guide

Across BN18, we serve 3 towns and 15 villages and hamlets, so whether your event is in Yapton, Arundel and Middleton-on-Sea or a quiet village, the approach is the same: firm ground, access and agreed timings. Parts of BN18 are within a few miles of the South Downs National Park, where some venues have extra rules about vehicles. Around 15 places in BN18 are close to the coast, so we frequently plan a sheltered side for the queue, and fish and chips feels right at home.

Yapton: If you’re gathering after a service at a church like Yapton Free Church, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. PTAs at schools such as Yapton CE Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. In Yapton, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening events are normally served in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 4:00pm, the van and the queue need lighting.

Is a fish and chip van right for you?

A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. A van fries on the spot, so the batter is still crisp.

Comparing caterers

What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
Whether VAT is included
What the van needs: space, access, power
How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun

Takeaway run or book a van?

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.

If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.

Occasions we serve in BN18

It needs no kitchen, so it’s at home in car parks, yards and fields where other catering struggles.

Here are some of the occasions we serve:

Wakes and celebrations of life
Fêtes, fairs and school events
Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Weddings and evening receptions

Before you choose a spot

A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:

Confirmation that the van can park there
Access wide and high enough for the van
Space for people to queue at the hatch

How we price a fish and chip van

The price comes down to a few factors:

Any minimum charge
The length of service
Travel, tolls and road charges
Peak dates such as summer Saturdays

Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.

Getting an accurate quote

For a quote, it helps to have:

The address or venue name
A picture of the space and the way in
Any dietary needs and allergies
Rough numbers for adults and children

Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.

BN18 questions

How long will the queue be?

Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we will advise.

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.

Who clears up?

We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.

Which fish do you use?

Both are on our menu; tell us which you’d like for your event.

Can the van park on the street?

Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.

When do you arrive?

That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.

How far ahead should we book?

As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.

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

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