West Sussex · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van for Hammerpot events
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your wedding turns food into part of your wedding in Hammerpot.
- Barn and farm weddings
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Marquee and garden weddings
Wedding fish and chip van in Hammerpot
Wedding fish and chip van in Hammerpot, fried fresh
Good evening food keeps people on the dance floor, and few things are as welcome as hot fish and chips after a long day. Typical bookings include rustic farm weddings and relaxed, informal receptions, serving curry sauce, haddock and chips and cod and chips.
Near Hammerpot, weddings are frequently in fields, barns or gardens. That is where a chip van shines: no kitchen needed, just a firm spot near the party. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
- Area
- Hammerpot (BN16)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning for dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Flag coeliac guests early
- Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers early
- Name a friend or coordinator as our contact
- Not every evening guest eats: ask us how many to plan for
Ushers or bridesmaids can send tables up in turn if you have a lot of guests.
A chalkboard sign with the menu by the van adds a nice touch.
A chip van compared with other options
Bacon rolls and pizza are popular evening choices too. A chip van gives a more filling, proper meal. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wedding is.
Why Hammerpot hosts choose us
- A quote that spells everything out
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Hammerpot weddings: local tips
Hammerpot is about 3 miles north-east of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. People in Hammerpot book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. We take the van to all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 16 miles away.
Highdown Hill nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos. Clapham Wood can make a pretty photo stop, but check its rules for wedding groups first. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Hammerpot, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van. The sea is within about 4 miles, perfect for a seaside-themed wedding. We will think about shelter from sea breezes.
Anywhere in BN16, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Angmering (1 mile south), Patching (2 miles east), Clapham (2 miles east), Hangleton (2 miles south-east) and West Preston (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Worthing (4 miles east), Bognor Regis (9 miles west), Chichester (13 miles west), Selsey (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (3 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Rustington Museum (2.3 miles south) and Lyminster Siege Castle (2.4 miles west). Open spaces near Hammerpot include WWT Arundel and Highdown Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Angmering School (1.3 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Fox pub (0.7 miles east)
The menu, dish by dish
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Questions from Hammerpot
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind doesn’t affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Can the van park by the marquee?
Often, if the ground is firm and the venue agrees. We will agree the spot in advance.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Can the van come for the evening?
Of course. It is our most popular wedding booking. Send us your date and venue.
Perfect for your wedding in Hammerpot
It’s frequently good value next to the wedding breakfast.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Hammerpot book the van for occasions like:
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Laid-back receptions
- Day-after gatherings
- Engagement celebrations
If you’re marrying at a church near Hammerpot, such as The Parish Church of St Margaret, and holding the reception nearby, the van can serve evening food there.
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if plans change
- The deadline for final numbers
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
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What happens on the day
The van turns up at the agreed time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. Golden-hour photos in Hammerpot 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.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the 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.
Preparing for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Ensure the van can get in
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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Where the van can park in Hammerpot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A spot near your guests
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Hammerpot
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Evening fish and chips
- Haddock and chips
For planners, venues and organisers
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
What a fish and chip van costs
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Distance and any road charges
- Your choice of menu
- How easy the site is to reach
- Whether a minimum applies
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Details that help
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
- 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