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Film Set Catering for Broadwater events
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for the crew in Broadwater.
- Event crews
- Shoots on location
- Unit base lunches
A chip van near Broadwater
Film set catering in Broadwater, cooked to order
A chip van fits right in at seaside locations. Popular choices include mushy peas, pie and chips and haddock and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater location filming and unit base lunches.
For a location shoot near Broadwater, base might be in a field or farmyard, so ground conditions matter. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
- Area
- Broadwater (BN14, BN11)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Where the van can park in Broadwater
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- Clear of the shot and sound
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few crew with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Send final numbers the day before
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Send the unit base address and directions
We arrive at base in good time and set up.
A gazebo by the van keeps the line dry.
The process
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we can start a little later or slow the pace. On a winter shoot near Broadwater, the light goes by about 4:00pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:20pm.
- It starts with the unit base, dates and numbers.
- We check the route and the unit base and send a price.
- We arrange the van’s spot at the unit base with locations.
- We serve hot from the hatch when lunch is called.
- We pack up straight after service and leave the base tidy.
How to prepare
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Give us a contact for the day
- Share the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Shooting in Broadwater: unit bases and access
Broadwater is about 1 mile east of Worthing, in West Sussex. Broadwater is well within our area, so your shoot just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. Broadwater is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Broadwater to Brighton (11 miles away).
Central London is about 48 miles from Broadwater. For crew arriving by train, Worthing station, about 0.7 miles south, is the nearest station. The coast is within about 2 miles of Broadwater, and coastal unit bases can be exposed, so plan where crew will queue.
We cover shoots in every part of BN14 and BN11. Local streets include Forest Road, Turner Road and Langton Road; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. We also bring the van to shoots in Offington (1 mile north-west), Worthing (1 mile west), Salvington (1 mile north-west), East Worthing (1 mile south-east) and Sompting (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (14 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (7 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (5 miles east), Rustington (6 miles west) and Storrington (7 miles north-west).
A little further out are Museum of Sussex Folklore (0.9 miles west) and Old Castle (0.8 miles west). Open spaces near Broadwater include Widewater Lagoon and Steep Down.
- Nearby schools include Bohunt School Worthing (less than half a mile south) and Thomas A Becket First School (1 mile west)
- Pubs nearby include The Thomas a Becket pub (0.8 miles west)
Organising for someone else?
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Distance and any road charges
- The day of the week
- How easy the site is to reach
- The minimum booking
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of where the van would go
- The venue or postcode
- Dietary needs, with numbers
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, use our quote form.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Long shoots typically need a full catering unit. A van is great for short jobs and crew treats. Larger groups generally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book with us
- No surprises in your quote
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- A van that becomes part of the event
See our pricing and the cost guide.
Perfect for your shoot in Broadwater
It suits short shoots without a full catering unit.
In Broadwater and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Shoots on location
- Ad shoots
- Lunch at the unit base
- Wrap celebrations
Historic houses near Broadwater include Ecclesden Manor (4.2 miles west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- When final numbers are due
- VAT, if it applies
What comes out of the fryer
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips.
Broadwater questions
Can you serve near the sea around Broadwater?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Could you trade in Beach House Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Ask them first.
What if lunch moves?
Yes. Tell us the lunch time and a contact on the day, and we’ll adjust where possible.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so it is fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
Can you cater for allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we will give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is generally simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Towns and villages near Broadwater
Other occasions in Broadwater
- 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