West Sussex · England
Film Set Catering for Abbotsford events
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Film set catering in Abbotsford.
- Period dramas on location
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Photo shoots
A chip van near Abbotsford
A chip van compared with other options
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. Larger groups typically cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why us?
- Classic food your crew already know
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Events in Abbotsford and across West Sussex
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at how we price or what a fish and chip van costs.
How our film set catering works in Abbotsford
Food is fried to order, so it’s hot when the break is called. On the menu are mushy peas, cod and chips and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for stills shoots and period dramas on location.
For a shoot in a place like Abbotsford, tracks and soft ground need checking with locations. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Where
- Abbotsford (RH15)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
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 shoot.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Abbotsford
What’s the nearest station to Abbotsford?
The closest is Wivelsfield station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Abbotsford?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
What paperwork do you provide?
Send us your supplier requirements.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Abbotsford.
Can you feed visitors on set?
Of course. Just tell us who counts.
What affects the price in Abbotsford
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The menu and how many choices
- The minimum booking
- How far we travel
- Access and parking
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The venue or postcode
- Your date and serving time
- Where you’d like the van to go
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Confirm numbers the day before
We take our used oil and waste with us.
A gazebo by the van keeps the line dry.
Why choose film set catering in Abbotsford?
It is self-contained.
Whatever the occasion in Abbotsford, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Music video shoots
- Wrap celebrations
- Shoots on location
For cast and crew travelling by train, Wivelsfield station is about 1.2 miles away.
Before you book anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- How allergens are handled
Places near Abbotsford
More for events in Abbotsford
Before you choose a spot
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- Room for the crew to queue
- The location’s agreement
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
What happens on the day
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, which we agree with you beforehand. Winter shoots near Abbotsford chase the light, which goes at about 3:55pm in December.
- It starts with the unit base, dates and numbers.
- You get an access check and a quote.
- We arrange the van’s spot at the unit base with locations.
- We serve hot from the hatch when lunch is called.
- We clear up and get out of the way.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Clear the route for the van
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Getting a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your shoot, and we will check the date and send a price.
Read more
Organising for someone else?
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Abbotsford for film and TV crews
Abbotsford is about 1 mile north-west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. We serve shoots at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Abbotsford. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 10 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Abbotsford are Ockenden Manor (2.3 miles north) and Tyes Place (4.6 miles north). Period locations like these typically keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. Abbotsford is about 36 miles from central London. Abbotsford is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, so check vehicle rules with locations.
We cover shoots in every part of RH15. Other places close to Abbotsford we cover include Jacob's Post (1 mile south), World's End (1 mile south-east), Burgess Hill (1 mile south-east), Goddards Green (1 mile west) and Ansty (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Crawley (10 miles north), Horsham (10 miles north-west), Worthing (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (3 miles north-east), East Grinstead (12 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Burgess Hill Museum (1.3 miles south-east) and Clayton Castle (4.4 miles south). Open spaces near Abbotsford include Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Wolstonbury Hill.
- Schools near Abbotsford include Sheddingdean Community Primary School (0.8 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Woolpack Public House (0.7 miles south)
- 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