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Wedding fish and chip van in Shermanbury, West Sussex
We bring a fish and chip van for your wedding across Shermanbury and West Sussex, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Engagement parties
Wedding fish and chip van in Shermanbury
Wedding fish and chip van in Shermanbury, fried fresh
Once the fryers are on, guests find the van on their own. The queue becomes a place to catch up. Whether it is evening wedding food and rustic farm weddings, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
A wedding in a small place like Shermanbury 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. Let us know about access and ground. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Where
- Shermanbury (RH13)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Shermanbury: your questions answered
Is Shermanbury too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is Shermanbury close to London?
Roughly 38 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
What time will you serve?
Whenever suits your day. After the first dance is the most popular time.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan service around it.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
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Other occasions in Shermanbury
Planning for dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Name a friend or coordinator as our contact
- Count suppliers working late
- Talk to us about evening numbers
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who cannot eat from the van
Remember the band, photographer and venue staff when you give us numbers.
A string of lights by the hatch makes a great photo.
Working with your venue
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
If you want evening food guests will talk about, a fish and chip van is a great choice at a wedding in Shermanbury. Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It’s worth asking early.
Why book with us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Bookings across West Sussex, including Shermanbury
Why choose wedding fish and chip van in Shermanbury?
It typically costs far less per head than the main meal.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Shermanbury, people book us for events such as:
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Laid-back receptions
- Evening wedding food
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
Wedding photographers in the area often head for Knepp Wildland, and the countryside around Shermanbury suits an outdoor reception.
What to look for in a quote
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Allergen information for each item
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- What the price includes, item by item
Planning the van’s spot
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Shermanbury
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
Weddings in Shermanbury: venues, ceremonies and travel
Shermanbury is about 7 miles west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. For weddings in Shermanbury, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. Our bookings stretch from Shermanbury to Brighton (about 11 miles away).
Couples marrying at local churches such as The Parish Church of St Giles frequently hold the reception nearby, with the van parked by the marquee or hall. With the South Downs National Park within about 8 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
For weddings in RH13, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. From Knapp Drive, Brighton Road and Partridge Green Road or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. If your venue is just outside Shermanbury, we also cover Kent Street (2 miles north-east), Cowfold (2 miles north), Wineham (2 miles east), Henfield (2 miles south) and Blackstone (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Crawley (11 miles north), Horsham (7 miles north), Worthing (11 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles east), Burgess Hill (7 miles east) and Littlehampton (15 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find The Dene Hospital (5.2 miles east). The countryside around Shermanbury includes Knepp Wildland.
- Pubs nearby include The Bull Inn (0.9 miles south-east)
How the day works
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. At midsummer, sunset in Shermanbury is about 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.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Get a quote
Planning a fish and chip van for your wedding in Shermanbury? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Related guides
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
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.
- 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