Brighton and Hove · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van for Kemptown events
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your wedding in Kemptown and across Brighton and Hove.
- Barn weddings
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
- Garden and marquee receptions
Wedding fish and chip van for Kemptown events
What happens on the day
There is very little for you to do on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your wedding. We handle the cooking and serving. Evening food at a Kemptown wedding often goes out just as the light fades: sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September. A few lights by the hatch help guests and photos alike.
- We start with a few details about your wedding.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Share the timings for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
How our wedding fish and chip van works in Kemptown
Timings are planned with you and the venue, so service fits around the first dance, the cake and the band. We serve sausage and chips, curry sauce and haddock and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater vow renewal parties and relaxed, informal receptions.
A farm or garden wedding near Kemptown suits a chip van. We need a firm spot and access. Everything is fried fresh at your wedding, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
- Location
- Kemptown (BN2)
- County
- Brighton and Hove
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Perfect for your wedding in Kemptown
Couples choose a fish and chip van because it is relaxed and fun. Guests queue, chat and come back smiling.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Food after the first dance
- Barn and farm weddings
- Vow renewal parties
- Weddings with a seaside feel
Whitehawk Hill nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Kemptown suits an outdoor reception.
Comparing caterers
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Whether there is a minimum
- The deadline for final numbers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Towns and villages near Kemptown
Also in Kemptown
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
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 Kemptown
Can you serve near the sea around Kemptown?
Yes. Wind doesn’t affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Can you serve after a service at St George's Church?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Can the van come for the evening?
Evening food is exactly what we do. We will agree a serving time around your running order.
Does every evening guest need to eat?
It depends on how much was served earlier and when the evening food goes out. Many couples cater for most of the evening list, not all.
How long are you on site?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will tell you what we can offer.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Weddings in Kemptown: venues, ceremonies and travel
Kemptown is about 1 mile south-east of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. In and around Kemptown, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. Kemptown is one of 30 places in Brighton and Hove where we bring the van.
Couples marrying at local churches such as St George's Church often hold the reception nearby, with the van parked by the marquee or hall. Within reach of Kemptown are historic houses such as Royal Pavilion (1 mile west) and Preston Manor & Gardens (2.3 miles north-west). Historic houses and estates often have rules on catering vans, so check early if that’s your venue. 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 a mile, fish and chips suits a seaside-style wedding. We’ll plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
For weddings in BN2, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. From Abbey Road, Manor Road and Eastern Road or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. If your venue is just outside Kemptown, we also cover Whitehawk (1 mile north-east), Carlton Hill (1 mile north-west), Hanover (1 mile north-west), Brighton (1 mile north-west) and West Hill (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Brighton and Hove (3 miles north-west), Hove (3 miles west), Aldrington (3 miles west), Withdean (3 miles north-west), Hangleton (4 miles north-west) and Patcham (4 miles north-west). Kemptown is one of the larger places we cover in Brighton and Hove, with plenty of venues for weddings.
Other landmarks nearby include Brighton Motor Museum (under half a mile south-west) and Churchill Square (1.4 miles west). Open spaces near Kemptown include Newmarket Hill and Whitehawk Hill.
- Local schools include St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School (less than half a mile north) and Brighton Girls (1.7 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include Saint George's Inn (less than half a mile north-west)
Where the van can park in Kemptown
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we serve
- Evening fish and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. It’s battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
A chip van compared with other options
For evening food with a bit of fun, a fish and chip van is a great choice at a wedding in Kemptown. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
What you get with us
- Events in Kemptown and across Brighton and Hove
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- A menu almost everyone likes
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Plan something for guests we can’t cater for
- Make sure we have someone to call on the day
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Talk to us about evening numbers
It’s kind to include suppliers working late when you give us numbers.
A chalkboard sign with the menu by the van adds a nice touch.
- 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