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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Poynings
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Wedding fish and chip van in Poynings.
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Engagement celebrations
- Barn weddings
Fresh fish and chips in Poynings
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Wedding fish and chip van in Poynings, cooked to order
Couples love the relaxed feel: guests in their wedding best queuing for fish and chips makes for memorable photos. For relaxed, informal receptions and engagement celebrations, we’ll put together a menu of sausage and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips for your guests.
Rural weddings around Poynings have a magic of their own, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. We serve from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
- Where
- Poynings (BN45)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Poynings weddings: local tips
Poynings is about 4 miles north of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. Around Poynings, we park wherever there is level, firm ground, close to your guests. Poynings is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover.
Marrying at The Church of the Holy Trinity? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening. Put the station on your invitation: the nearest station is Hassocks station, about 3.3 miles north-east. With the South Downs National Park within about 5 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue. The sea is within about 6 miles, perfect for a seaside-themed wedding. We will plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Anywhere in BN45, we can fry fresh for your guests. We can serve a wedding on streets such as The Street and Cora's Walk or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve weddings include Fulking (1 mile south-west), Hangleton (3 miles south), Portslade (4 miles south), Castle Town (4 miles west) and Kingston by Sea (4 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Crawley (15 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (10 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (5 miles north-east) and Littlehampton (15 miles south-west).
A little further out are The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (2.9 miles north-east) and Southlands Hospital (4.4 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Wolstonbury Hill and Woods Mill.
- Nearby, you’ll find Royal Oak pub (less than half a mile south)
The process
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up where we have agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. For a summer wedding in Poynings, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, which means evening fish and chips is often served in daylight in June and July. For autumn and winter weddings, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm in December, plan lighting by the van.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
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Poynings questions
We’re gathering after a service at The Church of the Holy Trinity: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Which station is closest to Poynings?
The closest is Hassocks station, roughly 3.3 miles away.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
How much does a fish and chip van for your wedding cost in Poynings?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
What can guests choose from?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
When should evening food go out?
At the time you choose. After the first dance is the most popular time.
Is grass a problem?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a picture if you can.
Space, access and the venue
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
For event organisers in Poynings
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Perfect for your wedding in Poynings
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, which takes one worry off the list.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Rustic farm weddings
- Laid-back receptions
- Garden and marquee receptions
Wolstonbury Hill nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Poynings suits an outdoor reception.
Before booking anyone
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Payment terms and deposit
- If the price includes VAT
- The van’s size and access needs
What comes out of the fryer
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Next to a cold buffet, a chip van serves hot food fresh from the fryer, and nothing has been out for hours. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your wedding is.
Why book with us
- All the chip-shop extras
- Quick service from the hatch
- We cover Poynings and the whole of West Sussex
- Classic food your guests already know
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Also in Poynings
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who cannot eat from the van
- Give us a contact for the day who is not the couple
- Flag coeliac guests early
- Count suppliers working late
Most couples serve evening food between about 8pm and 9:30pm, once the first dance is done and before the party really gets going.
A string of lights by the hatch makes a great photo.
- 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