Brighton and Hove · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van for Aldrington events
We bring a fish and chip van for your wedding to Aldrington and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Barn and farm weddings
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Coastal-themed receptions
Planning an event in Aldrington?
How our wedding fish and chip van works in Aldrington
A chip van is at home at barn, marquee and garden weddings, because there is typically somewhere firm for the van to park nearby. We’re often asked to cater vow renewals and anniversaries and laid-back receptions, with sausage and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips.
In Aldrington, a local ceremony and a marquee reception is a lovely, personal choice. We park close by for evening food. Tell us about access to the field or garden. Timings are planned around your wedding, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
- Area
- Aldrington (BN3, BN41, BN42)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Diets, allergies and planning
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Make sure we have someone to call on the day
- Confirm the van can park at the venue
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
We arrive and set up without getting in the way, so the fryers are hot when you are ready.
Ask your band or DJ to tell guests the van is open.
A chip van compared with other options
Bacon rolls and pizza are popular evening choices too. A chip van gives a more filling, proper meal that guests remember. The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It’s worth asking early.
Why book our van in Aldrington
- Events in Aldrington and across Brighton and Hove
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A clear quote before you book
- Quick service from the hatch
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
For planners, venues and organisers
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
What happens on the day
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we are there in good time before you want to eat. Golden-hour photos in Aldrington at midsummer come around 9:20pm, so the van can serve before or after your sunset photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:50pm, and in late September about 7:05pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Related guides
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Cod, haddock or both
- The minimum booking
- How easy the site is to reach
- How far we travel
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
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The address or venue name
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, use our quote form.
Weddings in Aldrington: venues, ceremonies and travel
Aldrington is about 1 mile south-west of Brighton and Hove, in Brighton and Hove. Anywhere in BN3, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. Aldrington is one of 30 places in Brighton and Hove where we bring the van.
If you want countryside in your photos, Shoreham Beach isn’t far. Planning photos in Hove Park? It’s worth checking the park’s rules first. With the South Downs National Park within about 8 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van. With the coast within about 3 miles, fish and chips suits a seaside-style wedding. We’ll think about shelter from sea breezes.
We take the van to weddings all over BN3, BN41 and BN42. From Wish Road, Saxon Road and Roman Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. If your venue is just outside Aldrington, we also cover Brighton and Hove (1 mile north-east), Hove (1 mile east), West Blatchington (1 mile north-east), Brunswick (2 miles east) and Prestonville (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Brighton (3 miles east), Carlton Hill (3 miles east), Hanover (3 miles east), Kemptown (3 miles east), Hollingdean (3 miles east) and Whitehawk (4 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Montefiore Hospital (1.7 miles east) and British Engineerium (1.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Shoreham Beach and Thundersbarrow Hill.
- Nearby schools include Hove Park School (0.9 miles north-east) and The Drive Prep School (1.2 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Gather Inn (under half a mile south-west)
Aldrington: your questions answered
Can you serve after a service at St Philip's Church?
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 generally elsewhere. Send us the address.
Can the van park in Hove Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll say what we need.
Can the van come to Aldrington?
We do. We serve events in Aldrington and across Brighton and Hove. Send us your date to check availability.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Can the van come for the evening?
Of course. It is our most popular wedding booking. Tell us your date and venue.
Occasions we serve in Aldrington
Rain does not stop the fryers, which takes one worry off the list.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Aldrington book the van for occasions like:
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Day-after gatherings
- Engagement celebrations
After a ceremony at a church like St Philip's Church, many couples move to a marquee or hall nearby, which is where the van comes in.
What your quote should include
- How allergens are handled
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- If the price includes VAT
- How late numbers can change
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and children love it.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips.
Nearby places to Aldrington
More for events in Aldrington
- 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