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Film Set Catering for East Lavant events
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in East Lavant? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your crew queue at the hatch.
- Stills shoots
- Wrap celebrations
- Crew treats on long shoot days
Book the van in East Lavant
Film set catering in East Lavant, fried fresh
Seaside and period locations suit a fish and chip van perfectly. Whether it is music video shoots and wrap parties, we can cook haddock and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips and more.
Near East Lavant, check tracks and ground for the van with locations. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
- Area
- East Lavant (PO18)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Put allergy details in writing
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Ask for dietary needs on the crew info form
Used oil leaves with the van.
A dining area at base helps.
East Lavant for film and TV crews
East Lavant is about 2 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. Bookings in East Lavant come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We take the van to all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 27 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Chichester station, about 2.5 miles south. Among the historic houses close to East Lavant are Goodwood House (1.5 miles east) and West Dean House (2.6 miles north). Period locations like these typically keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early.
We cover shoots in every part of the PO18 postcode area and the streets around it. That could mean a shoot at a home on Pook Lane, Fordwater Road and Shop Lane or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. For shoots just outside East Lavant, we cover Mid Lavant (1 mile north-west), Westerton (2 miles south-east), Westhampnett (2 miles south-east), Waterbeach (2 miles east) and Maudlin (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (7 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles west), Rustington (12 miles east) and Storrington (15 miles east).
A little further out are Chichester Castle (2 miles south) and The Chichester City Museum (2.1 miles south). Open spaces near East Lavant include Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Bishop Luffa School (2.2 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Royal Oak Public House (within half a mile north-east)
What affects the price in East Lavant
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The length of service
- Numbers
- The menu and how many choices
Larger groups normally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Where the event is
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your crew instead.
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your shoot. We handle the cooking and serving. Light in East Lavant lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer; for dawn calls or late wraps, plan lighting at base.
- We start with the location, call times and crew numbers.
- We check the route and the unit base and send a price.
- We agree the van’s position and arrival with the location manager.
- We cook to order through the crew’s lunch break.
- We clear up and get out of the way.
Before we arrive
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Planning help
Nearby places to East Lavant
More for events in East Lavant
Occasions we serve in East Lavant
It suits short shoots without a full catering unit.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in East Lavant and West Sussex:
- Seaside and period locations
- Location filming
- Photo shoots
- Crew morale days
East Lavant is roughly 53 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Questions to ask before you book
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- A clear list of what’s included
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- How allergens are handled
Working with your venue
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
East Lavant: your questions answered
Is East Lavant close to London?
About 53 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like East Lavant?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do you cover East Lavant?
Yes, we do. East Lavant is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac crew and we’ll explain the options.
Do you do anything other than fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Where does the van go on location?
Yes, on level ground at base; we will check the route.
Do you do wrap parties?
Yes. It is a great way to end a shoot.
About the food
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A queue area clear of trucks
- Lighting for early or late service
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in East Lavant
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- 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