East Sussex · England
Film and TV set catering in Bishopstone, East Sussex
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew to Bishopstone and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
- Wrap celebrations
- Event crews
- Fashion shoots on location
A chip van near Bishopstone
What comes out of the fryer
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
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 Bishopstone
Fried-to-order service suits a lunch break, with no kitchen needed on site. For treat days on a long shoot and music video shoots, we can cook cod and chips, haddock and chips and pie and chips.
Rural locations near Bishopstone can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Area
- Bishopstone (BN25)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Towns and villages near Bishopstone
Also in Bishopstone
Space, access and the venue
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and help find another. What matters most:
- Access checked by locations
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- A queue area clear of trucks
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Bishopstone
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
Step by step
Service is quick: everything is handed over hot from the hatch. Afterwards we pack up. Sunset in Bishopstone is about 8:50pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- First, tell us about your shoot.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for the crew.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your shoot, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Planning help
Organising for someone else?
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Organising a club, school or community event in Bishopstone? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Bishopstone
Which station is closest to Bishopstone?
The closest is Bishopstone (Sussex) station, roughly 0.8 miles away.
Is Bishopstone close to London?
About 50 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you cater wrap parties?
Yes. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information.
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Wrap parties add up. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why Bishopstone hosts choose us
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
See our prices page or the cost guide.
Shooting in Bishopstone: unit bases and access
Bishopstone is about 1 mile north-west of Seaford, in East Sussex. For shoots in Bishopstone, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Bishopstone is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 10 miles away.
Bishopstone is about 50 miles from central London. Nearby historic houses include Alfriston Clergy House (3.2 miles east) and Firle Place (3.7 miles north). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. Bishopstone is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, so check vehicle rules with locations. The coast is within about 2 miles of Bishopstone, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
Here we cover the BN25 postcode area, and we can serve your shoot anywhere in it. From Bishopstone Road and Manor Yard or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Nearby, we also serve shoots in Norton (1 mile north), Tide Mills (1 mile south-west), Seaford (1 mile south-east), Denton (1 mile north-west) and Newhaven (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (9 miles east), Lewes (7 miles north-west), Hailsham (9 miles north-east), Uckfield (12 miles north), Peacehaven (4 miles west) and Telscombe (4 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Arlington Castle (3.9 miles north-east) and Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (1 mile south-west). The countryside around Bishopstone includes Firle Beacon.
- Local schools include St Peter's School (1.4 miles south-east) and UTC@Harbourside (1.5 miles west)
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few crew with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Update numbers if they change
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
We set up at the unit base ahead of lunch.
End the shoot with a chip van wrap.
What affects the price in Bishopstone
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Whether a minimum applies
- The length of service
- Distance and any road charges
- How many people are eating
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The venue or postcode
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.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
- 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