West Sussex · England
Film Set Catering in East Ashling
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in East Ashling and the surrounding area.
- Shoots on location
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Fashion shoots on location
Fresh fish and chips in East Ashling
Food your guests will love
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Film set catering for your shoot in East Ashling
Schedules move, so a contact on the day helps and we will work around it. On the menu are pie and chips, sausage and chips and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for live events and broadcasts and ad shoots.
Rural locations near East Ashling can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
- Area
- East Ashling (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
How the day works
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. Winter shoots near East Ashling chase the light, which goes at about 4:00pm in December.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- We check access and send a quote.
- Parking and arrival are agreed with locations.
- We set up at the unit base and fry to order for the lunch break.
- We pack up straight after service and leave the base tidy.
How to prepare
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Who books film set catering in East Ashling?
It’s self-contained, just a spot at the unit base.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In East Ashling, people book us for events such as:
- Period dramas on location
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Location shoots
- Lunch at the unit base
East Ashling is roughly 55 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Questions to ask before booking
- If the price includes VAT
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Flag any coeliac crew
- Confirm allergies by email
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Update numbers if they change
Tell us if supporting artists are eating.
End the shoot with a chip van wrap.
What a fish and chip van costs
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The length of service
- Parking and the way in
- How far we travel
- The day of the week
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Details that help
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability right away.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Where the van can park in East Ashling
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Space in front of the hatch
- The location’s agreement
- A level, firm spot at the unit base
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for the crew in East Ashling
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
What’s the nearest station to East Ashling?
Bosham station, about 1.4 miles south of the centre.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including East Ashling.
Can the van come to base?
Typically, with a level spot. We’ll agree the spot with your location manager.
Can you feed supporting artists too?
Yes, if they’re in your numbers. Tell us the day before.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Children generally love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in East Ashling?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your shoot and we’ll send a quote.
Location catering around East Ashling
East Ashling is about 3 miles north-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. We serve shoots at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in East Ashling and nearby villages. We take the van to all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 25 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, Bosham station, about 1.4 miles south, is the nearest station. Within reach of East Ashling are historic houses such as West Dean House (4 miles north-east) and Goodwood House (4.2 miles east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. East Ashling is within about 8 miles of the South Downs National Park, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Anywhere in PO18, we can fry fresh for your crew, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Nearby, we also serve shoots in West Ashling (1 mile west), West Stoke (1 mile north-east), Funtington (1 mile north-west), Broadbridge (2 miles south) and Hambrook (2 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Bognor Regis (8 miles south-east), Chichester (3 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (4 miles west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Novium Museum (3 miles south-east) and Chichester Castle (3.1 miles south-east). The countryside around East Ashling includes Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Bishop Luffa School (2.3 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Horse And Groom Public House (less than half a mile north)
Nearby places to East Ashling
What else we do in East Ashling
- 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