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Wedding fish and chip van in Botolphs, West Sussex
Wedding fish and chip van in Botolphs: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Engagement celebrations
- Wedding after-parties
- Coastal-themed receptions
Wedding fish and chip van in Botolphs
Wedding fish and chip van in Botolphs, cooked to order
Evening food keeps the party going, and fish and chips is generous and warming after a long day. We are frequently asked to cater anniversary celebrations and rustic farm weddings, serving sausage and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce.
There is something special about a country wedding near Botolphs, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
- Location
- Botolphs (BN44)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Food your guests will love
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it is lovely with a pie.
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Who books wedding fish and chip van in Botolphs?
Almost every guest enjoys fish and chips.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We’re frequently booked for:
- Day-after gatherings
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Laid-back receptions
- Engagement parties
Wedding photographers in the area frequently head for Steep Down, and the countryside around Botolphs suits an outdoor reception.
What your quote should include
- The cancellation terms
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Any minimum charge
- The service time, and the cost of running over
Where the van can park in Botolphs
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Botolphs
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Service time
- Whether a minimum applies
- Numbers
- The date and time of year
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It’s worth asking early.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The address or venue name
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Next to a cold buffet, a chip van serves hot food fresh from the fryer, and nothing sits out drying up. Larger groups usually cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book with us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A clear quote before booking
- A van that becomes part of the event
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
See how we price and the cost guide.
The process
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Then everything is fried to order, so we time it to your schedule. At midsummer, sunset in Botolphs is about 9:20pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:50pm, and in late September about 7:05pm.
- First, tell us about your wedding.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a 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.
Preparing for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Get a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your wedding for your wedding in Botolphs? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Common questions in Botolphs
Is Botolphs close to London?
About 44 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you serve near the sea around Botolphs?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind doesn’t affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
Do we need to provide anything?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll confirm what we need.
When should evening food go out?
At the time you choose. After the first dance is the most popular time.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Normally, if it is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Who clears up?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Do you do evening food for weddings?
Evening food is exactly what we do. We will agree a serving time around your running order.
Botolphs weddings: local tips
Botolphs is about 3 miles north-west of Shoreham-by-Sea, in West Sussex. Around Botolphs, we park wherever there is level, firm ground, close to your guests. We serve 371 places across West Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 8 miles away.
Put the station on your invitation: Shoreham-By-Sea station is about 3.2 miles away. Marrying at St Botolph's Church? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening. The sea is within about 4 miles, perfect for a seaside-themed wedding. We will plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
For weddings in BN44, we just need to know where the van can park. For weddings just outside Botolphs, we cover Upper Beeding (1 mile north-east), Bramber (1 mile north), Steyning (1 mile north-west), Sompting (3 miles south-west) and Lancing (3 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Horsham (13 miles north), Worthing (5 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (13 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles north-east), Littlehampton (11 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (3 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Steyning Museum (1.3 miles north-west) and Old Castle (4.9 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Steep Down and Mill Hill.
- Schools near Botolphs include Steyning Grammar School (1.6 miles north-west)
Allergies and dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Not every evening guest eats: ask us how many to plan for
- Put bins near the van
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
Once everyone has eaten, we pack up and leave you to the party.
Have napkins handy: fish and chips is finger food after dark.
Also near Botolphs
Also in Botolphs
- 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