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Film Set Catering in Arlington
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Arlington? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Seaside and period locations
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Fashion shoots on location
Film set catering for Arlington events
What affects the price in Arlington
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Any minimum charge
- Service time
- The day of the week
- Distance and any road charges
Larger groups normally 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.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Your date and serving time
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Expected numbers
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can use our quote form.
Film set catering in Arlington, cooked to order
Schedules move, so a contact on the day helps and we will work around it. Typical bookings include unit base lunches and seaside shoots, with haddock and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips.
Near Arlington, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu.
- Location
- Arlington (BN26)
- County
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
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Common questions in Arlington
How far is Arlington from London?
About 47 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is Arlington too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan service around it.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll say what we need.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Arlington?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we will advise.
What paperwork do you provide?
Tell us what the production needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
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.
For event organisers in Arlington
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
About the food
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
How the day works
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. At midsummer, Arlington has light until about 9:15pm.
- First, tell us about your shoot.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for the crew.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Clear the route for the van
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Arlington, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Related guides
Planning a shoot in Arlington
Arlington is about 3 miles south-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. From the centre of Arlington to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Arlington is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Arlington to Brighton (14 miles away).
For cast and crew travelling by train, the closest railway station is Berwick (Sussex) station, roughly 1.2 miles west of the centre. Historic houses near Arlington include Michelham Priory (1.5 miles north-east) and Alfriston Clergy House (3.1 miles south-west). 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 4 miles of Arlington, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about vehicles.
Anywhere in BN26, we can bring the van to you. Other places close to Arlington we cover include Wickstreet (1 mile north), Berwick (1 mile west), Wilmington (2 miles south), Selmeston (2 miles west) and Milton Street (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (6 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (6 miles south-west), Lewes (8 miles west), Hailsham (3 miles north-east) and Crowborough (14 miles north).
A little further out are Agricultural Museum (2 miles south) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (4.1 miles north-east). Open spaces near Arlington include Combe Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find Yew Tree Inn (less than half a mile west)
Where the van can park in Arlington
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A clear route to base
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Arlington
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Share the base location and route
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Plan bins and waste at base
Tell us if supporting artists are eating.
A dining area at base helps.
A chip van compared with other options
Wrap parties add up. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your shoot.
Why us?
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Bookings across East Sussex, including Arlington
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
See how we price and the cost guide.
- 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