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Wedding fish and chip van in Birdham, West Sussex
Bring the chip shop to your wedding in Birdham. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Engagement parties
- Wedding after-parties
Planning an event in Birdham?
About our wedding fish and chip van in Birdham
Evening food keeps the party going, and fish and chips is generous and warming after a long day. On the menu are haddock and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce, and we’re frequently booked for engagement celebrations and garden and marquee receptions.
There is something special about a country wedding near Birdham, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
- Where
- Birdham (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Distance and any road charges
- Whether a minimum applies
- The date and time of year
- Service time
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Details that help
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Your date and serving time
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
FAQs for Birdham
Can you serve near the sea around Birdham?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind doesn’t affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Is Birdham close to London?
About 58 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a picture.
Do you do evening food for weddings?
Yes. Evening food is the most common wedding booking for a fish and chip van. Tell us your date and venue.
Where will the van go at our venue?
That is up to your venue, but close to the party is best. Send us a photo of the spot.
How much does a fish and chip van for your wedding cost in Birdham?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
What comes out of the fryer
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order.
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce and it’s on the menu.
Who books wedding fish and chip van in Birdham?
Evening food matters, and a chip van gives guests something hot and generous. It’s also a talking point.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Birdham book the van for events such as:
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Barn and farm weddings
- Engagement parties
For outdoor photos, Pilsey Island is close by, and the countryside around Birdham suits an outdoor reception.
What to look for in a quote
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The deadline for final numbers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Whether there’s a minimum
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Ask your venue about catering vans first
- Plan something for guests we can’t cater for
- Give us a contact for the day who is not the couple
Ushers or bridesmaids can send tables up in turn.
Ask your band or DJ to tell guests the van is open.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Evening food can be anything from bacon rolls to pizza. A chip van gives a more filling, proper meal. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Why us?
- A quote that spells everything out
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Events in Birdham and across West Sussex
See our prices page or the cost guide.
How the day works
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service. At a December wedding in Birdham, it is dark by about 4:00pm, so plan a lit path from the party to the van, while a June wedding has light until about 9:20pm.
- You tell us your date, venue, rough numbers and when you’d like the food.
- We check the venue and the date, then send a quote.
- Timings are agreed with you and the venue coordinator.
- On the day we set up in good time and fry fresh at the agreed time.
- We pack up quietly once everyone has eaten.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure the van can get in
- Let us know the serving time
- Plan where the queue will stand
Ask for a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
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DIY versus a fish and chip van
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Birdham weddings: local tips
Birdham is about 4 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. Whether your wedding is in the middle of Birdham or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Birdham is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 26 miles away.
It’s worth telling train travellers that Fishbourne station is about 3.3 miles away. After a ceremony at a church like St James' Church, many couples move to a marquee or hall nearby, which is where the van comes in. With the coast within about 5 miles, fish and chips suits a seaside-style wedding. We’ll think about shelter from sea breezes.
Weddings anywhere in PO20 start with a parking spot for the van. Streets in the area include Old Common Close, Main Road and Walwyn Close, and the van can serve a wedding on any of them with a suitable parking spot. If your venue is just outside Birdham, we also cover Somerley (1 mile south-west), Almodington (1 mile south), Shipton Green (1 mile west), Highleigh (2 miles south-east) and Earnley (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (6 miles east), Chichester (4 miles north-east), Selsey (5 miles south-east), Littlehampton (13 miles east), Emsworth (6 miles north-west) and Rustington (14 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Chichester Castle (4.1 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (4.4 miles north-east). Within reach you will find Pilsey Island.
- Nearby, you will find The Birdham Public House (less than half a mile north-east)
- 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