East Sussex · England
Film Set Catering in Cross in Hand
Treat your crew to fresh fish and chips at your shoot in Cross in Hand. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Wrap celebrations
- Ad shoots
- Outside broadcasts
Book the van in Cross in Hand
Film set catering in Cross in Hand, cooked to order
The van needs level, firm ground at the unit base, and a clear route in. We are frequently asked to cater event crews and end-of-shoot parties, serving pie and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas.
Near Cross in Hand, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so a van at base is a big help. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Location
- Cross in Hand (TN21)
- County
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is generally simpler.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
The process
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. At midsummer, Cross in Hand has light until about 9:15pm, while by late September it’s nearer 7:05pm.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for the crew.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Get a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Cross in Hand? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. Just use our quote form.
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What the van needs
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Access checked by locations
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- Light near the van if needed
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Ensure we can reach locations on the day
- Send final numbers the day before
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Share the base location and route
A short menu keeps the line moving in a lunch break.
A dining area at base helps.
Organising for someone else?
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Towns and villages near Cross in Hand
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Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Long shoots generally need a full catering unit. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Bookings across East Sussex, including Cross in Hand
- No surprises in your quote
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
What affects the price in Cross in Hand
These are the factors that matter most:
- The day of the week
- The minimum booking
- Service time
- How easy the site is to reach
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The address or venue name
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
FAQs for Cross in Hand
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Which station is closest to Cross in Hand?
Buxted station, about 3.9 miles west of the centre.
Can you adjust to schedule changes?
We expect changes. A contact on the day is all we need.
Do you cater wrap parties?
Yes. A chip van suits a relaxed wrap party.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Crew catering near Cross in Hand
Cross in Hand is about 5 miles east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Tell us where your shoot in Cross in Hand will be, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. Cross in Hand is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Cross in Hand to Brighton (18 miles away).
For crew arriving by train, the nearest station is Buxted station, about 3.9 miles west. Cross in Hand is within about 4 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about vehicles.
We serve shoots across TN21 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Fir Grove Road, Windmill Place and Dads Hill, and the van can serve a shoot on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Nearby, we also serve shoots in Roser's Cross (1 mile south-west), Waldron (1 mile south-west), Heathfield (2 miles east), Sandy Cross (2 miles south-east) and Lions Green (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (13 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles south-east), Seaford (14 miles south), Lewes (11 miles south-west), Hailsham (8 miles south) and Crowborough (6 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Sussex Farm Museum (2.8 miles south) and Tickerage Castle (2.9 miles west). Open spaces near Cross in Hand include Selwyns Wood.
- 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