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Film Set Catering in Butcher's Cross
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for the crew turns food into part of your shoot in Butcher's Cross.
- Music video shoots
- Stills shoots
- Lunch at the unit base
Film set catering in Butcher's Cross
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Update numbers if they change
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Share the base location and route
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
We arrive at base in good time and set up.
Bins at base keep the location clean.
Film set catering for your shoot in Butcher's Cross
We cater location shoots, unit bases, commercials, music videos and wrap parties. For location filming and fashion shoots on location, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, mushy peas and pie and chips and more.
For a shoot in a place like Butcher's Cross, tracks and soft ground need checking with locations. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Area
- Butcher's Cross (TN20)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Who books film set catering in Butcher's Cross?
Service is quick from the hatch.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Common bookings include:
- Outside broadcasts
- Unit base lunches
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Photo shoots
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Crowborough station is about 3 miles away.
Before you book anyone
- When payment is due
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Allergen information for each item
What happens on the day
You will know we’re ready when the smell of frying drifts over. After that, it is a steady flow to the hatch. Daylight is short on winter shoots near Butcher's Cross: sunset is about 3:55pm.
- We start with the location, call times and crew 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 set up at the unit base and fry to order for the lunch break.
- We pack up straight after service and leave the base tidy.
How to prepare
- Share the timings for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
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A chip van compared with other options
Many locations are miles from shops. A van brings lunch to base. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book our van in Butcher's Cross
- We cover Butcher's Cross and the whole of East Sussex
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
Planning a shoot in Butcher's Cross
Butcher's Cross is about 4 miles south-east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We serve shoots at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Butcher's Cross. Butcher's Cross is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Butcher's Cross to Brighton (20 miles away).
Central London is about 37 miles from Butcher's Cross. Butcher's Cross is within about 2 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so check vehicle rules with locations.
This part of East Sussex takes in TN20, and we can serve your shoot anywhere in it. For shoots just outside Butcher's Cross, we cover Skippers Hill (1 mile south-west), Five Ashes (1 mile south), Woolbridge (1 mile north-east), Wellbrook (1 mile east) and Mayfield (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south-east), Lewes (13 miles south-west), Hailsham (10 miles south), Crowborough (4 miles north-west), Uckfield (6 miles south-west) and Polegate (13 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Tickerage Castle (4.1 miles south-west) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (4.1 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find Selwyns Wood.
- Local schools include Five Ashes CofE Primary School (under half a mile south)
- Local pubs include The Five Ashes Inn (0.5 miles south)
Places near Butcher's Cross
What else we do in Butcher's Cross
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- The location’s agreement
- A clear route to base
- Space in front of the hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Butcher's Cross
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Butcher's Cross: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Butcher's Cross?
Crowborough station, about 3 miles north-west of the centre.
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
What can crew choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Do you have documents for productions?
Send us your supplier requirements.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
About the food
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
What affects the price in Butcher's Cross
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Cod, haddock or both
- Service time
- Any minimum charge
- Travel, tolls and road charges
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Your date and serving time
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where the event is
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Butcher's Cross? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
- 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