West Sussex · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van for Duncton events
We bring a fish and chip van for your wedding across Duncton and West Sussex, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Evening wedding food
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Wedding after-parties
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About our wedding fish and chip van in Duncton
Evening wedding food from a fish and chip van is a favourite. Hours after the wedding breakfast, guests are ready to eat again, and hot fish and chips hits the spot. On the menu are curry sauce, sausage and chips and mushy peas, and we’re regularly asked to cater vow renewal parties and wedding after-parties.
Near Duncton, weddings are often in fields, barns or gardens. That is where a chip van shines: no kitchen, just firm ground nearby. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
- Location
- Duncton (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Sausage and chips
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
Hog roasts are a wedding favourite, but it’s one dish, and some guests don’t eat pork. A van gives a choice of fish, sausage or pie. Larger groups typically cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why us?
- No kitchen needed
- A clear quote before booking
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
Read how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
Planning for dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Put bins near the van
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
Your venue coordinator or a nominated friend can let us know if things run late.
Ask your band or DJ to tell guests the van is open.
Working with your venue
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
The process
We arrive on time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts right on schedule. In Duncton, midsummer sunset is about 9:20pm, and by late September it is nearer 7:05pm, so evening food at about 8:30pm is in daylight in high summer. For autumn and winter weddings, when it is dark by about 4:00pm in December, plan lighting by the van.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Ensure the van can get in
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your wedding. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Related guides
DIY versus a fish and chip van
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the wedding.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
FAQs for Duncton
Can the van go 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.
How far is Duncton from London?
Roughly 45 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we will include them in the plan.
Will the van be in our photos?
Frequently, yes, and it makes a fun photo. Bunting or lights make it even better.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Usually, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options.
Does every evening guest need to eat?
That depends on your day. Many couples cater for most of the evening list, not all.
Duncton weddings: local tips
Duncton is about 10 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. For weddings in Duncton, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We cover 371 places in West Sussex. Our bookings stretch from Duncton to Guildford (21 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Bignor Roman Villa (2.4 miles south-east) and Petworth House (3.1 miles north). Historic houses and estates frequently have rules on catering vans, so check early if that is your venue. If you want countryside in your photos, Graffham Common isn’t far, and the countryside around Duncton suits an outdoor reception. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Duncton, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van.
Wherever your wedding is in GU28, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a wedding at a home on Duncton High Street and Willett Close or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Nearby, we also serve weddings in East Lavington (1 mile south-west), Sutton (2 miles south-east), Rotherbridge (2 miles north), Graffham (2 miles west) and Haslingbourne (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (13 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles south), Chichester (10 miles south-west), Littlehampton (10 miles south-east), Emsworth (15 miles south-west) and Rustington (11 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Midhurst Community Hospital (5.4 miles north-west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (1.6 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Bignor Hill and Graffham Common.
What affects the price in Duncton
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- The length of service
- Access and parking
- The day of the week
- The minimum booking
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What to tell us
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The address or venue name
Send us the date, the address or GU28 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
What else we do in Duncton
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers, especially with curry sauce.
- 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