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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Lower Horncroft
Bring the chip shop to your wedding in Lower Horncroft. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Rustic farm weddings
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Wedding after-parties
Planning an event in Lower Horncroft?
How our wedding fish and chip van works in Lower Horncroft
Once the fryers are on, guests find the van on their own. People chat in the queue and come back with full hands. We serve cod and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater rustic farm weddings and day-after gatherings.
Near Lower Horncroft, weddings are often 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. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
- Where
- Lower Horncroft (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
A hog roast is a classic for weddings, but it’s pork only. A chip van offers fish, sausages and pies. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why us?
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Bookings across West Sussex, including Lower Horncroft
Take a look at how we price or what a fish and chip van costs.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Numbers
- How long we serve
- How far we travel
- The day of the week
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Where the van would park
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of the parking spot
- Your date and serving time
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
Lower Horncroft weddings: local tips
Lower Horncroft is about 10 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. For weddings in Lower Horncroft, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Lower Horncroft is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 20 miles away.
Wedding photographers in the area frequently head for Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve. Marrying at Church of St Agatha? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening. With the South Downs National Park within about 4 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
Anywhere in RH20, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. If your venue is just outside Lower Horncroft, we also cover Coates (1 mile west), Fittleworth (1 mile north), Watersfield (1 mile south), Coldwaltham (1 mile south-east) and Bedham (1 mile north). We also serve nearby towns such as Horsham (13 miles north-east), Worthing (11 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (12 miles south-west), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south-east).
A little further out are Coates Castle (0.9 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (2.4 miles north-west). Open spaces near Lower Horncroft include Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Bignor Hill.
- Local schools include Lodge Hill Residential Centre (1.2 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Swan Hotel (0.5 miles north)
Occasions we serve in Lower Horncroft
It suits barn, marquee and garden weddings, where there’s room to park the van close by.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Day-after gatherings
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Food after the first dance
- Laid-back receptions
For guests travelling by train, the closest railway station is Pulborough station, roughly 2.3 miles east of the centre.
What your quote should include
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- If the price includes VAT
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Organising a club, school or community event in Lower Horncroft? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Nearby places to Lower Horncroft
Other occasions in Lower Horncroft
How it works
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. In Lower Horncroft, evening wedding food often coincides with dusk: sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September. A few lights by the hatch help guests and photos alike.
- You tell us your date, venue, rough numbers and when you’d like the food.
- You get a check on the date and venue, and a quote.
- Timings are agreed with you and the venue coordinator.
- On the day we set up in good time and fry fresh at the agreed time.
- We pack up quietly once everyone has eaten.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Give us a contact for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
How to get a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Lower Horncroft, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
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Common questions in Lower Horncroft
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Agatha: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
What time is best for the van?
Typically between about 8pm and 9:30pm, once the first dance is done. We will work to your timings.
How long will the queue be?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Do you take everything away?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Can you park near the barn?
Your venue decides, but near the reception works best. Send us a photo of the spot.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Put bins near the van
- Do not forget your suppliers
- Ask your venue about catering vans first
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
Ushers or bridesmaids can send tables up in turn if you have a lot of guests.
Napkins or wet wipes by the van are a kindness to anyone in their wedding best.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Evening fish and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- 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