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Wedding fish and chip van in Keymer, West Sussex
Wedding fish and chip van in Keymer: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Informal weddings
A chip van near Keymer
For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Keymer
A chip van is at home at barn, marquee and garden weddings, because there is typically somewhere firm for the van to park nearby. On the menu are cod and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for wedding after-parties and food after the first dance.
For a smaller place like Keymer, a garden or farm wedding is frequently the dream. We need level, firm ground and a way in. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will be straight with you about what we can do before you book.
- Area
- Keymer (BN6)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Occasions we serve in Keymer
It is ideal for outdoor and rustic weddings, where the van can park near the party.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Anniversary celebrations
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Barn weddings
If you are marrying at a church near Keymer, such as St Cosmas and St Damian Church, and holding the reception nearby, the van can serve evening food there.
Before booking anyone
- Any minimum charge
- Whether travel is included
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- What the price includes, item by item
Keymer questions
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 work to whatever the site needs.
Is Keymer close to London?
About 40 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cater for allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance.
How many evening guests should we cater for?
That depends on your day. Many couples cater for most of the evening list, not all.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
How the day works
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we’re there in good time before you want to eat. In Keymer, 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. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it is dark by about 3:55pm.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your wedding, and we’ll quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
Bacon rolls and pizza are popular evening choices too. A chip van gives a more filling, proper meal that guests remember. The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
What you get with us
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Read how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it is lovely with a pie.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Confirm the van can park at the venue
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Have bins ready for paper and trays
- Make sure we have someone to call on the day
We arrive during the reception and set up quietly, so the fryers are hot when you’re ready.
A covered route from the marquee to the van helps if it rains.
Planning wedding fish and chips in Keymer
Keymer is about 2 miles south of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. For a wedding in Keymer, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Keymer. We take the van to 371 places across West Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 6 miles away.
For guests travelling by train, the closest railway station is Hassocks station, roughly 0.5 miles west of the centre. For outdoor photos, Ditchling Beacon is close by. With the South Downs National Park within about a mile, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van.
Here we cover the BN6 postcode area. From Flowers Close, The Quadrant and Kymer Gardens or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Hassocks (1 mile west), Ditchling (1 mile east), Clayton (1 mile south-west), Hurst Wickham (1 mile north-west) and Westmeston (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Crawley (13 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (14 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (5 miles north), East Grinstead (15 miles north) and Shoreham-by-Sea (8 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find The Dene Hospital (3.2 miles north-west) and Clayton Castle (1.2 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Ditchling Beacon and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Downlands Community School (less than half a mile south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Greyhound Public House (within half a mile south-east)
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A short walk from the party
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Evening fish and chips
Nearby places to Keymer
What else we do in Keymer
- 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