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Wedding Fish and Chip Van in West Itchenor
Wedding fish and chip van in West Itchenor: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
- Engagement celebrations
- Weddings with a seaside feel
Fresh fish and chips in West Itchenor
How our wedding fish and chip van works in West Itchenor
At informal weddings, the van can even serve the main meal. Most book it for the evening, when it’s most welcome. Popular choices include cod and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips, and we’re often booked for coastal-themed receptions and engagement celebrations.
Near West Itchenor, weddings are frequently in fields, barns or gardens. 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
- West Itchenor (PO20)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in West Itchenor
Is West Itchenor close to London?
About 59 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is West Itchenor 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 you park on the road outside?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will tell you what we can offer.
Will guests take photos at the van?
Frequently, yes, and it makes a fun photo. Add bunting or lights for the photos.
Do you come to West Itchenor?
We do. We serve events in West Itchenor and across West Sussex. Send us your date to check availability.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Children typically love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Evening fish and chips
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Places near West Itchenor
What else we do in West Itchenor
Planning for dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Cater for most, not all, of the evening guest list
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Have bins ready for paper and trays
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
We arrive during the reception and set up quietly, so we’re ready at the agreed time.
Festoon lights by the van look lovely in the evening photos.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the wedding.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Weddings in West Itchenor: venues, ceremonies and travel
West Itchenor is about 5 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. In and around West Itchenor, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. West Itchenor is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from West Itchenor to Southampton (24 miles away).
Pilsey Island nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around West Itchenor suits an outdoor reception. Put the station on your invitation: the closest railway station is Bosham station, roughly 2.9 miles north of the centre. The sea is within about 6 miles, perfect for a seaside-themed wedding. We’ll plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
We take the van to weddings all over the PO20 postcode area. That could mean a wedding at a home on The Street, Waterstone Close and Spinney Lane, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Bosham Hoe (1 mile north-east), Bosham (2 miles north), Chidham (2 miles north), Broadbridge (3 miles north) and Apuldram (3 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (8 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-east), Selsey (6 miles south-east), Littlehampton (15 miles east), Emsworth (5 miles north-west) and Portfield (5 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include St Richard's Hospital (5 miles north-east) and Chichester Castle (4.7 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Pilsey Island.
Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in West Itchenor? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
A second sit-down meal in the evening is expensive and formal. A van keeps it relaxed. The cost per head generally 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.
Why us?
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Events in West Itchenor and across West Sussex
- Something for guests to gather round
- Everything cooked to order at your event
What happens on the day
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch. Afterwards we pack up. At midsummer, sunset in West Itchenor is about 9:20pm, so the van can serve before or after your sunset photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:50pm, and in late September about 7:05pm.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Your choice of menu
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The number of meals
- The date and time of year
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The date and time of the event
- Where the van would park
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The venue or postcode
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your wedding for your wedding in West Itchenor? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
- 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