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Film and TV set catering in Burgess Hill, West Sussex
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for the crew in Burgess Hill and the surrounding area.
- Photo shoots
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Live events and broadcasts
Film set catering in Burgess Hill
Film set catering for your shoot in Burgess Hill
Everything is cooked as crew come up, so it’s hot when the break is called. Typical bookings include seaside and period locations and treat days on a long shoot, serving pie and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas.
In Burgess Hill, send us the base location. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Location
- Burgess Hill (RH15)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning a shoot in Burgess Hill
Burgess Hill is about 9 miles north of Brighton, in West Sussex. We serve shoots at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Burgess Hill. We take the van to all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Burgess Hill to Brighton (9 miles away).
Burgess Hill is on or near the A273 and B2036, good for unit base access. For cast and crew travelling by train, there’s a station right in Burgess Hill: Burgess Hill station. Burgess Hill is within about 3 miles of the South Downs National Park, so check vehicle rules with locations.
We cover shoots in every part of RH15 and the streets around it. Whether your shoot is on Church Road, Station Road and Lower Church Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. You will find Burgess Hill on the A273 and B2036, which makes the journey straightforward. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Jacob's Post (1 mile west), World's End (1 mile north-east), Abbotsford (1 mile north-west), Goddards Green (2 miles west) and Hurst Wickham (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (11 miles north), Horsham (11 miles north-west), Worthing (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (3 miles north-east), East Grinstead (13 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (10 miles south-west). Burgess Hill is among the bigger towns we cover in West Sussex, with lots of choice for shoots.
Nearby you’ll also find Burgess Hill Museum (within half a mile south-west) and Clayton Castle (3.4 miles south). Open spaces near Burgess Hill include Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Wolstonbury Hill.
- Nearby schools include Oakmeeds Community College (under half a mile south-west) and Burgess Hill Girls (0.5 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Six Gold Martlets pub (less than half a mile south-west)
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Agree the waste plan with locations
- Ensure we can reach locations on the day
- Give us a map or what3words for base
Tell us if supporting artists are eating.
Bins at base keep the location clean.
Where the van can park in Burgess Hill
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
- A clear route to base
- The location’s agreement
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
From the hatch
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
What affects the price in Burgess Hill
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Any minimum charge
- The length of service
- Numbers
- Parking and the way in
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. 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
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where the event is
- A picture of the parking spot
- The spot you have in mind for the van
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Perfect for your shoot in Burgess Hill
It’s quick to serve within a lunch break.
Whatever the occasion in Burgess Hill, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We are often booked for:
- Ad shoots
- Period dramas on location
- Lunch at the unit base
- Live events and broadcasts
Historic houses near Burgess Hill include Ockenden Manor (3.4 miles north). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
What to look for in a quote
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Allergen information for each item
For event organisers in Burgess Hill
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Places near Burgess Hill
Other occasions in Burgess Hill
Burgess Hill: your questions answered
Is Burgess Hill close to London?
Roughly 37 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Burgess Hill?
Burgess Hill station, in Burgess Hill itself.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, West Sussex included. See all areas.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a photo if you can.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
What will the production need?
Send us your supplier requirements.
How much space do you 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.
Step by step
There’s very little for you to do on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your shoot. The frying and serving are down to us. At midsummer, Burgess Hill has light until about 9:20pm, while by late September it is nearer 7:05pm.
- We start with the location, call times and crew numbers.
- You get an access check and a quote.
- We agree the van’s position and arrival with the location manager.
- We cook to order through the crew’s lunch break.
- We pack up straight after service and leave the base tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Let us know the serving time
- Plan where the queue will stand
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
Related guides
A chip van compared with other options
Wrap parties add up. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Quick service from the hatch
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- All the chip-shop extras
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
- 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