East Sussex · England
Film and TV set catering in Cousley Wood, East Sussex
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Cousley Wood and the surrounding area.
- Event crews
- Fashion shoots on location
- Seaside and period locations
Planning an event in Cousley Wood?
What comes out of the fryer
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.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
About our film set catering in Cousley Wood
A chip van fits right in at seaside locations. For wrap celebrations and crew treats on long shoot days, we can cook haddock and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips and more.
Near Cousley Wood, check tracks and ground for the van with locations. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Area
- Cousley Wood (TN5)
- County
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Any minimum charge
- The date and time of year
- Service time
- Access and parking
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and when you’d like to eat
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in Cousley Wood
Is Cousley Wood too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
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.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Can you work to the call sheet?
We expect changes. A contact on the day is all we need.
Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Where the van can park in Cousley Wood
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Level, firm ground at base
- Lighting for early or late service
- A queue area clear of trucks
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
Occasions we serve in Cousley Wood
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Cousley Wood:
- Live events and broadcasts
- Location shoots
- Wrap celebrations
- Seaside shoots
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Wadhurst station, about 2.1 miles west.
Questions to ask before you book
- When payment is due
- Whether VAT is included
- How late numbers can change
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Shooting in Cousley Wood: unit bases and access
Cousley Wood is about 6 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. We cover Cousley Wood as standard, so your shoot just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. Cousley Wood is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Cousley Wood to Brighton (27 miles away).
Historic houses near Cousley Wood include Wadhurst Castle (1.6 miles south-west) and Scotney Castle (2.3 miles north-east). Period locations like these generally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. Central London is about 35 miles from Cousley Wood, within easy reach for London-based crews. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 2 miles of Cousley Wood, so check vehicle rules with locations.
We serve shoots across TN5 and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we serve shoots include Newbury's (1 mile north-west), Pell Green (1 mile south-west), Wadhurst (2 miles south-west), Birchett's Green (2 miles south-east) and Shover's Green (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Hailsham (15 miles south), Crowborough (9 miles west), Uckfield (14 miles south-west), Heathfield (9 miles south-west), Upper Horsebridge (15 miles south) and Hellingly (14 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Ticehurst House Hospital (2.5 miles south-east) and Old Scotney Castle (2.4 miles north-east). Within reach you will find Bewl Water.
- Local pubs include The Old Vine Public House (under half a mile south-west)
Allergies and dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Send final numbers the day before
- Confirm allergies by email
- Name a contact in the production office
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we can’t meet
Used oil leaves with the van.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
Nearby places to Cousley Wood
Also in Cousley Wood
The process
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts right on schedule. Sunset in Cousley Wood is about 8:50pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- We start with a few details 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
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Ensure the van can get in
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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Why choose a fish and chip van in Cousley Wood?
Wrap parties add up. A van makes a relaxed wrap. The cost per head generally 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 you get with us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- We cover Cousley Wood and the whole of East Sussex
- All the chip-shop extras
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
- 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