West Sussex · England
Wedding fish and chip van in Newtimber, West Sussex
Bring the chip shop to your wedding in Newtimber. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Rustic farm weddings
- Coastal-themed receptions
A chip van near Newtimber
How it works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your wedding in Newtimber. Evening food at a Newtimber wedding often goes out just as the light fades: 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.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, use our quote form.
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How our wedding fish and chip van works in Newtimber
It is relaxed and a little bit fun: dresses, suits and paper portions of chips makes for great photos. For weddings with a seaside feel and marquee and garden weddings, we will put together a menu of haddock and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas and more.
A wedding in a small place like Newtimber often means a field, a barn or a family garden. A chip van is made for that: no kitchen, just firm ground nearby. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Where
- Newtimber (BN6)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Newtimber weddings: local tips
Newtimber is about 5 miles south-west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. In and around Newtimber, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. We take the van to all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 6 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Portslade Manor (4.6 miles south) and Preston Manor & Gardens (4.9 miles south-east). Historic houses and estates often have rules on catering vans, so check early if that is your venue. Marrying at The Parish Church of St John Evangelist? 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 BN6, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include Clayton (2 miles east), Hurstpierpoint (2 miles north), Hurst Wickham (2 miles north-east), Hassocks (2 miles north-east) and Keymer (3 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Crawley (14 miles north), Horsham (12 miles north-west), Worthing (11 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (8 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (5 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find The Dene Hospital (4.2 miles north) and The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (2.1 miles north-east). Within reach you will find Woods Mill and Wolstonbury Hill.
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Add an allergy question to your RSVP card
- Ensure we have someone to call on the day
- Flag coeliac guests early
- Plan something for guests we can’t cater for
We arrive and set up without getting in the way, so the fryers are hot when you’re ready.
Napkins or wet wipes by the van are a kindness to anyone in their wedding best.
For planners, venues and organisers
Having the party at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
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Newtimber 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.
Do you come out to small places like Newtimber?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Will the van be in our photos?
Lots of couples ask for a picture at the van. If you’d rather not, we will park out of shot where possible.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
What areas do you cover?
We take the van across London and the South East, West Sussex included. See all areas.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Do you have allergen information?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we will tell you what’s in each item.
Why choose wedding fish and chip van in Newtimber?
It’s food every generation enjoys.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Newtimber, people book us for events such as:
- Food after the first dance
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Barn weddings
- Engagement celebrations
If you want countryside in your photos, Wolstonbury Hill is not far.
Comparing caterers
- How allergens are handled
- VAT, if it applies
- How late numbers can change
- What happens if plans change
DIY versus a fish and chip van
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
What the van needs
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Evening fish and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Hog roasts are a wedding favourite, but it is one dish, and some guests do not eat pork. A van gives a choice of fish, sausage or pie. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What you get with us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Hot food handed straight over
- Something for guests to gather round
- A menu almost everyone likes
What affects the price in Newtimber
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
- Any minimum charge
- How many people are eating
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- A picture of the space and the way in
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
- 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