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Wedding Fish and Chip Van for Mackerel's Common 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 Mackerel's Common.
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Barn weddings
A chip van near Mackerel's Common
What happens on the day
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, park on the agreed spot, and get on with frying and serving. Golden-hour photos in Mackerel's Common 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.
- Share your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check access at the venue and send a price.
- Timings are agreed with you and the venue coordinator.
- We set up during the reception and start frying at the agreed time.
- We pack up quietly once everyone has eaten.
How to prepare
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
How to get a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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Wedding fish and chip van in Mackerel's Common, cooked to order
The van parks near the marquee, barn or venue, and guests wander out to the hatch. It becomes a lovely moment in the evening. Whether it’s food after the first dance and anniversary celebrations, we can cook sausage and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas.
A wedding in a small place like Mackerel's Common often means a field, a barn or a family garden. A chip van is made for that: no kitchen needed, just a firm spot near the party. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
- Area
- Mackerel's Common (RH14)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Mackerel's Common: your questions answered
Can you serve after a service at The Parish Church of St John the Baptist?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
Which station is closest to Mackerel's Common?
The closest is Billingshurst station, roughly 4.8 miles away.
Can you park near the barn?
That is up to your venue, but close to the party is best. Send us a photo of the spot.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
Is grass a problem?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a photo if you can.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Mackerel's Common.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
When do you arrive?
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.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Mackerel's Common
Mackerel's Common is about 10 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. From the centre of Mackerel's Common to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We serve all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Mackerel's Common to Guildford (14 miles away).
If you want countryside in your photos, The Mens is not far, and the countryside around Mackerel's Common suits an outdoor reception. Put the station on your invitation: Billingshurst station, about 4.8 miles south-east, is the nearest station.
For weddings in RH14, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Kirdford (1 mile south), Plaistow (2 miles north), Ifold (2 miles north), Balls Cross (2 miles south-west) and Wisborough Green (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Horsham (10 miles east), Broadfield (15 miles east), Storrington (9 miles south-east), Billingshurst (5 miles east), Bewbush (15 miles east) and Angmering (15 miles south).
The countryside around Mackerel's Common includes The Mens and Shillinglee Lake.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the wedding.
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
What affects the price in Mackerel's Common
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How long we serve
- Any minimum charge
- Distance and any road charges
- How many people are eating
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The address or venue name
- Where the van would park
- A picture of the space and the way in
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your wedding, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Compared with a cold evening buffet, a chip van serves hot food fresh from the fryer, and nothing sits out drying up. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- No surprises in your quote
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- No kitchen needed
See how we price and the cost guide.
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What else we do in Mackerel's Common
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Do not forget your suppliers
- Plan bins by the hatch
- Talk to us about evening numbers
- Ensure we have someone to call on the day
It is kind to include suppliers working late in your numbers.
Festoon lights by the van look lovely in the evening photos.
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 level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Confirmation that the van can park there
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Evening fish and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Events we cater in Mackerel's Common
Almost every guest enjoys fish and chips, from flower girls to grandparents.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Barn and farm weddings
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
If you are marrying at a church near Mackerel's Common, such as The Parish Church of St John the Baptist, and holding the reception nearby, the van can serve evening food there.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Allergen information for each item
- VAT, if it applies
- 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