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Wedding Fish and Chip Van for West Barnham events
Wedding fish and chip van in West Barnham: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Food after the first dance
Wedding fish and chip van for West Barnham events
Wedding fish and chip van in West Barnham, fried fresh
Once the fryers are on, guests find the van on their own. The queue becomes a place to catch up. Typical bookings include second-day and after-party food and engagement celebrations, with haddock and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
There is something special about a country wedding near West Barnham, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Area
- West Barnham (PO22)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
How the day works
You do not need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your wedding. The frying and serving are down to us. At a December wedding in West Barnham, it’s dark by about 4:00pm, so the route from the reception to the van needs lighting.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Clear the route for the van
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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For planners, venues and organisers
Having the party at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Ask your venue about catering vans first
- Count suppliers working late
- Flag coeliac guests early
- Not every evening guest eats: ask us how many to plan for
Your venue coordinator or a nominated friend can let us know if things run late, so the food is still fresh.
A chalkboard sign with the menu by the van adds a nice touch.
West Barnham questions
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’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Can you serve after a service at The Parish Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
What can guests choose from?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
What time will you serve?
Whenever suits your day. Most couples go for just after the first dance.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Can you serve children?
Yes. Children typically love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near West Barnham
West Barnham is about 4 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Weddings in West Barnham are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. West Barnham is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 22 miles away.
It is worth telling train travellers that Barnham station is in West Barnham itself. 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. With the South Downs National Park within about 7 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the van. The sea is within about 4 miles, perfect for a seaside-themed wedding. We will think about shelter from sea breezes.
Here we cover the PO22 postcode area, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Woodside, Orchard Way and Paddocks; a wedding on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. West Barnham is on the B2233, so it is easy for us to reach with the van. If your venue is just outside West Barnham, we also cover Barnham (1 mile south-east), Eastergate (1 mile north-west), Walberton (1 mile north-east), Westergate (1 mile west) and Fontwell (1 mile north). We also serve nearby towns such as Worthing (11 miles east), Bognor Regis (4 miles south-west), Chichester (6 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (5 miles east) and Lancing (14 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Tote Copse Castle (2.2 miles west) and Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (3.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include WWT Arundel.
- Local schools include St Philip Howard Catholic High School (less than half a mile south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Murrell Arms (less than half a mile south-east)
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- Distance and any road charges
- Service time
- The number of meals
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Where the event is
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The date and time of the event
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your wedding for your wedding in West Barnham? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Perfect for your wedding in West Barnham
It is ideal for outdoor and rustic weddings, where the van can park near the party.
Whatever the occasion in West Barnham, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Evening wedding food
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Garden and marquee receptions
- Barn weddings
For outdoor photos, WWT Arundel is close by.
Comparing caterers
- Whether travel is included
- The van’s size and access needs
- Whether VAT is included
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
The menu, dish by dish
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion, so we bring it along.
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
Before you choose a spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Evening fish and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- 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