Brighton and Hove · England
Film and TV set catering in Aldrington, Brighton and Hove
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Aldrington and across Brighton and Hove.
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Location filming
- Seaside shoots
Film set catering for Aldrington events
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
How our film set catering works in Aldrington
On a long job, a chip van day is a morale boost. Popular choices include pie and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for seaside and period locations and commercials and music videos.
Around Aldrington, locations can be rural. Let us know about access. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
- Area
- Aldrington (BN3, BN41, BN42)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
What happens on the day
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, park up and set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot when you are ready to eat. In December, daylight in Aldrington ends around 3:55pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:20pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Plan where the queue will stand
Ask for a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
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Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Some locations have nowhere to buy food. The van solves that. Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
Why book with us
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Classic food your crew already know
- Everything cooked to order at your event
For event organisers in Aldrington
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
Also near Aldrington
Also in Aldrington
Aldrington questions
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Can you serve near the sea around Aldrington?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes. Just tell us who counts.
Can the van come to base?
Normally, if there’s level, firm ground. Locations will decide where.
What’s on the menu?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we’ll confirm the rest.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
Is grass a problem?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a photo if you can.
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Update numbers if they change
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we can’t meet
- Ensure we can reach locations on the day
- Put allergy details in writing
We set up at the unit base ahead of lunch.
Cover near the hatch helps on wet days.
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- Access checked by locations
- Room for the crew to queue
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your crew instead.
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 typically simpler.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How many people are eating
- Parking and the way in
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The length of service
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Where the van would park
- Expected numbers
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability right away.
Aldrington for film and TV crews
Aldrington is about 1 mile south-west of Brighton and Hove, in Brighton and Hove. In and around Aldrington, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. Aldrington is one of 30 towns and villages in Brighton and Hove where we bring the van.
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Portslade station is about 0.6 miles away. Among the historic houses close to Aldrington are Portslade Manor (1.4 miles north-west) and Preston Manor & Gardens (2.1 miles north-east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Aldrington, so check vehicle rules with locations. The coast is within about 3 miles of Aldrington, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
Anywhere in BN3, BN41 and BN42, we can bring the van to you. That could mean a shoot at a home on Wish Road, Saxon Road and Roman Road or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. We also bring the van to shoots in Brighton and Hove (1 mile north-east), Hove (1 mile east), West Blatchington (1 mile north-east), Brunswick (2 miles east) and Prestonville (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Brighton (3 miles east), Carlton Hill (3 miles east), Hanover (3 miles east), Kemptown (3 miles east), Hollingdean (3 miles east) and Whitehawk (4 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Montefiore Hospital (1.7 miles east) and British Engineerium (1.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Shoreham Beach and Thundersbarrow Hill.
- Nearby schools include Hove Park School (0.9 miles north-east) and The Drive Prep School (1.2 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Gather Inn (less than half a mile south-west)
- 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