West Sussex · England
Film and TV set catering in Donnington, West Sussex
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for the crew makes the food a highlight of your shoot in Donnington.
- Wrap celebrations
- Unit base lunches
- Shoots on location
Fresh fish and chips in Donnington
Film set catering in Donnington, fried fresh
Call times change, so give us a contact on the day and we will adjust where we can. On the menu are mushy peas, sausage and chips and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for live events and broadcasts and photo shoots.
Near Donnington, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so a van at base is a big help. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Location
- Donnington (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
Questions from Donnington
Can you serve near the sea around Donnington?
Yes, of course. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
What’s the nearest station to Donnington?
The closest is Chichester station, roughly 1.6 miles away.
Do you cater wrap parties?
Yes, it’s a popular wrap. Send us the date and place.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Donnington?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Do you have allergen information?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
What will the production need?
Productions vary, so send us the list.
What’s on the menu?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- The location’s agreement
- A clear route to base
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
Towns and villages near Donnington
Also in Donnington
Events we cater in Donnington
It is a morale boost on a tough day.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Donnington book the van for occasions like:
- End-of-shoot parties
- Period dramas on location
- Ad shoots
- Unit base lunches
For cast and crew travelling by train, the closest railway station is Chichester station, roughly 1.6 miles north of the centre.
What your quote should include
- The deadline for final numbers
- How allergens are handled
- Whether there is a minimum
- Payment terms and deposit
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Collect diets and allergies with crew details
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Put allergy details in writing
Fewer choices mean faster service.
Cover near the hatch helps on wet days.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Donnington?
For a crew lunch people will remember, a chip van is hard to beat. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why Donnington hosts choose us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Bookings across West Sussex, including Donnington
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Everything cooked to order at your event
Planning a shoot in Donnington
Donnington is about 2 miles south of Chichester, in West Sussex. Bookings in Donnington come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. We take the van to 371 places across West Sussex. Our bookings stretch from Donnington to Southampton (about 27 miles away).
Historic houses near Donnington include Goodwood House (4.8 miles north-east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. With the B2201 nearby, Donnington is easy for the van and the trucks to reach. The coast is within about 6 miles of Donnington, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
This part of West Sussex takes in PO20, and we can serve your shoot anywhere in it. Donnington is on the B2201, which makes the journey straightforward. Nearby, we also serve shoots in Hunston (1 mile east), North Mundham (1 mile east), Runcton (2 miles east), Chichester (2 miles north) and Portfield (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (5 miles east), Selsey (5 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles north-west), Rustington (12 miles east) and Angmering (14 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Chichester Cathedral Treasury (1.8 miles north) and St Richard's Hospital (2.5 miles north). Open spaces near Donnington include Nutborne Marshes.
- Pubs nearby include The Blacksmith's Arms Public House (under half a mile south-west)
Takeaway run or book a van?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The date and time of year
- The minimum booking
- Access and parking
- The length of service
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your shoot is.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Where the van would park
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
Step by step
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your crew, which we agree with you beforehand. On a winter shoot near Donnington, the light goes by about 4:00pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. In summer, light lasts until about 9:20pm.
- It starts with the unit base, dates and numbers.
- You get an access check and a quote.
- Parking and arrival are agreed with locations.
- We serve hot from the hatch when lunch is called.
- We clear up and get out of the way.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Ask for a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- 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