West Sussex · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Poling
We bring a fish and chip van for your wedding to Poling and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Relaxed, informal receptions
Book the van in Poling
Wedding fish and chip van in Poling, cooked to order
Some couples book the van for the wedding breakfast at a relaxed, informal wedding. Most book it for the evening, when it’s most welcome. We serve curry sauce, mushy peas and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for evening food for day and evening guests and second-day and after-party food.
Near Poling, weddings are often in fields, barns or gardens. That’s where a chip van shines: no kitchen, just firm ground nearby. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. You will know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Poling (BN18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
These are the factors that matter most:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Numbers
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Access and parking
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The address or venue name
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Nearby places to Poling
What else we do in Poling
Weddings in Poling: venues, ceremonies and travel
Poling is about 2 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Give us the address of your wedding in Poling, and we will plan the route and the parking spot before the day. Poling is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 17 miles away.
It’s worth telling train travellers that the closest railway station is Arundel station, roughly 1.6 miles north-west of the centre. WWT Arundel nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Poling suits an outdoor reception. The South Downs National Park is within about 5 miles of Poling, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van. The sea is within about 3 miles, perfect for a seaside-themed wedding. We will think about shelter from sea breezes.
Weddings anywhere in BN18 start with a parking spot for the van. Other places close to Poling we cover include Crossbush (1 mile north-west), Warningcamp (1 mile north-west), Toddington (1 mile south-west), Lyminster (2 miles west) and Rustington (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Worthing (5 miles east), Bognor Regis (8 miles south-west), Chichester (12 miles west), Selsey (14 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles east) and Lancing (8 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Rustington Museum (2 miles south) and Zachary Merton Hospital (2.1 miles south). The countryside around Poling includes Highdown Hill and WWT Arundel.
Step by step
The first sign we have arrived is normally the smell. After that, it’s a steady flow to the hatch. Evening food at a Poling wedding often goes out just as the light fades: about 9:20pm at midsummer, 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September. Festoon lights by the van look lovely in the photos.
- First, tell us about your wedding.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Ensure the van can get in
Getting a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your wedding for your wedding in Poling? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Have a back-up for guests with special diets
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Plan bins by the hatch
Your venue coordinator or a nominated friend can let us know if things run late.
A string of lights by the hatch makes a great photo.
Poling questions
Is Poling too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you park near the barn?
Usually, with the venue’s agreement and firm ground. We will agree the spot in advance.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Does the batter contain gluten?
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.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Does every evening guest need to eat?
That depends on your day. Many couples cater for most of the evening list.
How much does a fish and chip van for your wedding cost in Poling?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your wedding and we will send a quote.
Planning the van’s spot
If a spot isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you. What matters most:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Poling
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
Events we cater in Poling
Evening food matters, and a chip van gives guests something hot and generous. It is a fun moment too.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Poling and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Barn weddings
- Informal weddings
- Anniversary celebrations
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
Marrying at The Parish Church of St Nicholas? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening.
What to look for in a quote
- If the price includes VAT
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- A clear list of what’s included
- How late numbers can change
A fish and chip van or other catering?
For evening food with a bit of fun, a chip van is hard to beat at a wedding in Poling. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why Poling hosts choose us
- Bookings across West Sussex, including Poling
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Classic food your guests already know
Take a look at how we price or what a fish and chip van costs.
Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Should I sort the food myself?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the wedding.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
- 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