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Wedding fish and chip van in Fontwell, West Sussex
Looking for a fish and chip van for your wedding in Fontwell? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Day-after gatherings
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
A chip van near Fontwell
Wedding fish and chip van in Fontwell, cooked to order
Some evening guests arrive without having eaten, while day guests last ate in the afternoon. Hot food fried to order looks after both. We serve haddock and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips, and we’re frequently booked for weddings in a marquee or garden and anniversary celebrations.
Rural weddings around Fontwell have a magic of their own, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
- Where
- Fontwell (BN18, PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning wedding fish and chips in Fontwell
Fontwell is about 5 miles north of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Tell us where your wedding in Fontwell will be, and we will plan access and set-up. We take the van to 371 places in West Sussex. Our bookings stretch from Fontwell to Brighton (about 23 miles away).
Guests coming by rail will want to know that Barnham station, about 1.6 miles south, is the nearest station. WWT Arundel nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos. With the South Downs National Park within about 7 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van. With the coast within about 5 miles, fish and chips suits a seaside-style wedding. We will think about shelter from sea breezes.
Anywhere in BN18 and PO20, we can fry fresh for your guests. Streets in the area include London Road, Cooke Road and Steeplechase Way, and the van can serve a wedding on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Eastergate (1 mile south), Slindon (1 mile north-east), Nyton (1 mile south-west), West Barnham (1 mile south) and Slindon Common (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (11 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south), Chichester (6 miles west), Selsey (10 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles south-east) and Lancing (14 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tote Copse Castle (2.2 miles south-west) and Arundel and District Hospital (3.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Bignor Hill and WWT Arundel.
- Local schools include Eastergate CofE Primary School (1.1 miles south-west)
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
Should I sort the food myself?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Events we cater in Fontwell
It’s ideal for outdoor and rustic weddings, where the van can park near the party.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Fontwell and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Food after the first dance
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Barn and farm weddings
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
Nearby historic houses include Goodwood House (4.2 miles west). Historic houses and estates often have rules on catering vans, so check early if that’s your venue.
Comparing caterers
- A clear list of what’s included
- How much space the van takes up
- Whether VAT is included
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A hog roast is a classic for weddings, but it’s one dish, and some guests don’t eat pork. A van gives a choice of fish, sausage or pie. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A quote that spells everything out
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
What happens on the day
Here’s how the day normally runs: we arrive, park up and set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot when you are ready to eat. Golden-hour photos in Fontwell at midsummer come around 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, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Ask for a quote
Planning a fish and chip van for your wedding in Fontwell? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Places near Fontwell
What else we do in Fontwell
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Parking and the way in
- How many people are eating
- How far we travel
- The date and time of year
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 to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The venue or postcode
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The date and time of the event
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Fontwell: your questions answered
Can you serve near the sea around Fontwell?
Yes, of course. Wind doesn’t affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
We’re gathering after a service at Westergate Mission Hall: can you come?
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 normally elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
Can you do our evening wedding food?
Evening food is exactly what we do. We’ll fit around your first dance and band.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we will take it from there.
What can guests choose from?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is normally simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Planning for dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Have a back-up for guests with special diets
- Do not forget your suppliers
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Plan bins by the hatch
Ushers or bridesmaids can send tables up in turn if you have plenty of guests.
Think about cover by the hatch for wet evenings.
Organising for someone else?
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
- 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