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Film and TV set catering in Coggins Mill, East Sussex
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Coggins Mill and the surrounding area.
- Crew lunches at base
- Location filming
- Stills shoots
Book the van in Coggins Mill
Location catering around Coggins Mill
Coggins Mill is about 5 miles east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. People in Coggins Mill book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve 289 places in East Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 22 miles away.
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Wadhurst station, about 3.6 miles north-east, is the nearest station. Nearby historic houses include Wadhurst Castle (3.5 miles north-east). Period locations like these normally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. Coggins Mill is within about a mile of the High Weald National Landscape, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
This part of East Sussex takes in TN20. If your venue is just outside Coggins Mill, we also cover Mayfield (1 mile south-west), Rusher's Cross (1 mile north-east), Tidebrook (1 mile north-east), Wellbrook (2 miles south-west) and Argos Hill (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south-east), Hailsham (11 miles south), Crowborough (5 miles west), Uckfield (9 miles south-west), Polegate (14 miles south) and South Malling (15 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (5.5 miles west). Within reach you will find Crowborough Country Park.
- Local schools include St Leonards-Mayfield School (0.8 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Rose And Crown Inn (0.5 miles south-west)
About our film set catering in Coggins Mill
On a long job, a chip van day is a morale boost, alongside regular catering. On the menu are cod and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips, and we are often booked for unit base lunches and end-of-shoot parties.
Rural locations near Coggins Mill can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
- Where
- Coggins Mill (TN20)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Takeaway run or book a van?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your crew instead.
The process
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. Light in Coggins Mill lasts until about 9:15pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- First, tell us about your shoot.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for the crew.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Ensure the van can get in
Getting a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Who books film set catering in Coggins Mill?
It lifts the crew on a tough day.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Coggins Mill book the van for occasions like:
- Period dramas on location
- Location filming
- Photo shoots
- Crew treats on long shoot days
Central London is about 36 miles from Coggins Mill.
Before you book anyone
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
What comes out of the fryer
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Coggins Mill
Is Coggins Mill close to London?
About 36 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Coggins Mill?
Wadhurst station, about 3.6 miles north-east of the centre.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac crew when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Can the van come to base?
Yes, wherever locations agree.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Can the van come to Coggins Mill?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Coggins Mill is within our area. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
Is grass a problem?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we’ll advise.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Coggins Mill?
For a crew lunch people will remember, a fish and chip van is a great choice. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What you get with us
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Take a look at our pricing or what a fish and chip van costs.
Planning the van’s spot
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Clear of the shot and sound
- Permission for the van at base
- Lighting for early or late service
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
Working with your venue
Parks, greens and streets normally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
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Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- How far we travel
- How easy the site is to reach
- How many people are eating
- Whether a minimum applies
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Anything awkward about the way in
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Coggins Mill? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. Just send us your details through 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