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Wedding fish and chip van in Chiltington, East Sussex
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your wedding in Chiltington and the surrounding area.
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Vow renewal parties
Wedding fish and chip van for Chiltington events
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Wedding fish and chip van in Chiltington, fried fresh
Some evening guests arrive without having eaten, while day guests last ate in the afternoon. Fresh fish and chips suits everyone. On the menu are cod and chips, sausage and chips and curry sauce, and we are often booked for anniversary celebrations and marquee and garden weddings.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Chiltington, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Chiltington (BN7)
- County
- East Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Common questions in Chiltington
How far is Chiltington from London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
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 will work to whatever the site needs.
Can the van be part of the photos?
Lots of couples ask for a picture at the van. If not, ask your venue to park it out of the main photo spots.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
Can you park on the road outside?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is usually simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Where the van can park in Chiltington
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A spot near your guests
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
How it works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your wedding in Chiltington. At a December wedding in Chiltington, it is dark by about 3:55pm, so plan a lit path from the party to the van.
- We start with your date, venue, numbers and running order.
- We check the venue and the date, then send a quote.
- We agree arrival and serving times with you and your venue.
- On the day we set up in good time and fry fresh at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we clear our spot and leave you to the party.
How to prepare
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Get a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Chiltington
Chiltington is about 3 miles north-west of Lewes, in East Sussex. Bookings in Chiltington come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We cover 289 places across East Sussex. We serve events right across the region, from Chiltington to Brighton (about 7 miles away).
Put the station on your invitation: the closest railway station is Cooksbridge station, roughly 1.3 miles south-east of the centre. Couples marrying at local churches such as The Parish Church frequently hold the reception nearby, with the van parked by the marquee or hall. With the South Downs National Park within about 4 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van.
We serve weddings across BN7 and the streets around it. For weddings just outside Chiltington, we cover East Chiltington (1 mile west), Cooksbridge (1 mile south-east), South Chailey (1 mile north), Plumpton (2 miles south-west) and Plumpton Green (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Seaford (12 miles south-east), Lewes (3 miles south-east), Hailsham (13 miles east), Crowborough (12 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles north-east) and Newhaven (9 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Lewes Castle (3.5 miles south-east) and Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (3.9 miles west). Open spaces near Chiltington include Blackcap and Malling Down.
Towns and villages near Chiltington
More for events in Chiltington
Occasions we serve in Chiltington
It normally costs far less per head than the main meal.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Rustic farm weddings
- Marquee and garden weddings
Within reach of Chiltington are historic houses such as Anne of Cleves House (3.7 miles south) and Glyndebourne (4.9 miles south-east). Grand venues like these typically set rules for outside caterers, so ask before booking.
What your quote should include
- Payment terms and deposit
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Whether VAT is included
- The van’s size and access needs
What a fish and chip van costs
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- How long we serve
- How far we travel
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The minimum booking
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
The more we know about your wedding, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where the van would go
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Chiltington?
A hog roast is a classic for weddings, but it’s pork only. A van gives a choice of fish, sausage or pie. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We’ll send you a quote.
Why book with us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Quick service from the hatch
- No kitchen needed
Working with your venue
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Give us a contact for the day who is not the couple
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Plan something for guests we can’t cater for
Your venue coordinator or a nominated friend can let us know if things run late, so the food is still fresh.
Ask your band or DJ to tell guests the van is open.
- 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