East Sussex · England
Film Set Catering for Buxted events
Film set catering in Buxted: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Location shoots
- End-of-shoot parties
- Outside broadcasts
Book the van in Buxted
How our film set catering works in Buxted
Call times change, so a contact on the day helps and we’ll adjust where we can. Popular choices include sausage and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater music video shoots and location shoots.
Near Buxted, check tracks and ground for the van with locations. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Area
- Buxted (TN22)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Should I sort the food myself?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
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.
Who books film set catering in Buxted?
It’s self-contained, just a spot at the unit base.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re often booked for:
- Location filming
- Crew lunches at base
- Music video shoots
- Stills shoots
Central London is about 36 miles from Buxted.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- What happens if plans change
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Exactly what’s included in the price
What a fish and chip van costs
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- The length of service
- Your choice of menu
- The number of meals
- Parking and the way in
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.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Where the event is
- A picture of where the van would go
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Buxted, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Buxted
How far is Buxted from London?
About 36 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Buxted?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What if lunch moves?
We can. Give us a contact for changes, and we will adjust where possible.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. Crew will appreciate cover near the hatch.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is usually simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Buxted.
Do you need power or water?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we’ll confirm the rest.
A chip van compared with other options
Compared with sandwiches on set, a chip van gives the crew a proper hot meal. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What you get with us
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Events in Buxted and across East Sussex
- All the chip-shop extras
- Something for crew to gather round
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
Buxted for film and TV crews
Buxted is about 2 miles north-east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. We take a fish and chip van for the crew to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Buxted. We serve 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 16 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, there’s a station right in Buxted: Buxted station. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Buxted, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Here we cover the TN22 postcode area, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include High Street, Church Road and Park View, and the van can serve a shoot on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Other places close to Buxted we cover include Potter's Green (1 mile south), Etchingwood (1 mile south-east), Cooper's Green (1 mile west), Framfield (2 miles south) and Hadlow Down (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Seaford (15 miles south), Lewes (10 miles south-west), Hailsham (10 miles south-east), Crowborough (4 miles north), Newhaven (14 miles south) and Peacehaven (15 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Uckfield Community Hospital (2.3 miles south-west) and Tickerage Castle (1.6 miles south). The countryside around Buxted includes Brickfield Meadow.
- Schools near Buxted include Uckfield College (2 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Buxted Inn (within half a mile south-west)
For planners, venues and organisers
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
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.
Space, access and the venue
If a spot is not suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
- Access checked by locations
- Permission for the van at base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Buxted
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
Step by step
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, and chips are fried in batches through service. Light in Buxted lasts until about 9:15pm at midsummer; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Ensure the van can get in
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Nearby places to Buxted
Also in Buxted
- 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