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Wedding fish and chip van in Slindon Common, West Sussex
Wedding fish and chip van in Slindon Common: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Laid-back receptions
- Second-day and after-party food
- Seaside-themed weddings
Fresh fish and chips in Slindon Common
Events we cater in Slindon Common
It generally costs far less per head than the main meal.
In Slindon Common and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Laid-back receptions
- Food after the first dance
- Rustic farm weddings
WWT Arundel nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos.
Before booking anyone
- The deposit and payment dates
- How much space the van takes up
- Any minimum charge
- Allergen information for each item
How our wedding fish and chip van works in Slindon Common
A fish and chip van is one of the most popular choices for evening wedding food. Hours after the wedding breakfast, guests are ready to eat again, and hot fish and chips hits the spot. We serve curry sauce, haddock and chips and mushy peas, and we are regularly asked to cater food after the first dance and vow renewals and anniversaries.
Near Slindon Common, weddings are often in fields, barns or gardens. 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 keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Location
- Slindon Common (BN18)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
What comes out of the fryer
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and children love it.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Planning wedding fish and chips in Slindon Common
Slindon Common is about 5 miles north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. From the centre of Slindon Common to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Slindon Common is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Slindon Common to Brighton (about 22 miles away).
Marrying at The Parish Church of St Mary? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening. Within reach of Slindon Common are historic houses such as Bignor Roman Villa (4.6 miles north). Historic houses and estates often have rules on catering vans, so check early if that’s your venue. The South Downs National Park is within about 5 miles of Slindon Common, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van. The sea is within about 6 miles, perfect for a seaside-themed wedding. We will think about shelter from sea breezes.
We serve weddings across BN18. Streets in the area include Sunnybox Lane, Bridle Lane and Shellbridge Road, and the van can serve a wedding on any of them with a suitable parking spot. We also bring the van to weddings in Slindon (1 mile north-west), Avisford (1 mile south-east), Binsted (1 mile south-east), Walberton (1 mile south) and Fontwell (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Worthing (10 miles east), Bognor Regis (6 miles south-west), Chichester (7 miles west), Selsey (11 miles south-west), Littlehampton (5 miles south-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Arundel Castle (3 miles east) and Arundel and District Hospital (2.5 miles east). The countryside around Slindon Common includes Bignor Hill and WWT Arundel.
- Nearby schools include St Philip Howard Catholic High School (2.1 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Spur Public House (less than half a mile north)
Where the van can park in Slindon Common
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A short walk from the party
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A second sit-down meal in the evening is expensive and formal. A van keeps it relaxed, and guests eat where they like. The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
What you get with us
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Events in Slindon Common and across West Sussex
- Classic food your guests already know
- A clear quote before you book
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
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Organising for someone else?
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Slindon Common? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
What happens on the day
We get there well before service, park the van and get the fryers going. Your guests can wander over to the hatch as soon as we open. At midsummer, sunset in Slindon Common is about 9:20pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September.
- First, tell us about your wedding.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Slindon Common
What about events near the coast?
Yes. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
What’s the nearest station to Slindon Common?
The closest is Barnham station, roughly 2.1 miles away.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a photo if you can.
What happens if it rains?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Will the van be in our photos?
Many couples love having it in the photos. If you’d rather not, we’ll park out of shot where possible.
Can the van park by the marquee?
That’s up to your venue, but near the reception works best. Send us a picture of the spot.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.
Should I sort the food myself?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
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.
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The date and time of year
- Numbers
- Service time
- Whether a minimum applies
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Where the event is
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Any dietary needs and allergies
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Slindon Common, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
- 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