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Film and TV set catering in Elmer, West Sussex
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Film set catering in Elmer.
- Stills shoots
- Outside broadcasts
- Shoots on location
Film set catering in Elmer
Film set catering in Elmer, cooked to order
Fried-to-order service suits a lunch break, with no kitchen needed on site. Whether it is event crews and shoots on location, we can cook sausage and chips, pie and chips and haddock and chips for your guests.
For a location shoot near Elmer, base might be in a field or farmyard. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
- Where
- Elmer (PO22)
- County
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Common questions in Elmer
Is Elmer close to London?
Roughly 54 miles from the centre of London.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a picture if you can.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
What can crew choose from?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will tell you what’s in each item.
How long does set-up take?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance.
Planning for dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Agree how the base is left
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Send allergies to us in writing
After service, we pack up and get out of the way.
Plan bins at the unit base.
Planners, venues and businesses
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.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
How the day works
Here’s how the day normally runs: the van arrives and we set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot when you are ready to eat. In December, daylight in Elmer ends around 4:00pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. In summer, light lasts until about 9:20pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Clear the route for the van
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Ask for a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
More for events in Elmer
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
A chip van compared with other options
For a crew treat, a chip van is hard to beat in Elmer. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
Why Elmer hosts choose us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A van that becomes part of the event
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Location catering around Elmer
Elmer is about 3 miles east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. We park up at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Elmer and nearby villages. Elmer is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Elmer to Brighton (about 21 miles away).
Central London is about 54 miles from Elmer, within easy reach for London-based crews. With the sea within about 3 miles, coastal shoots need a sheltered base.
We take the van to shoots all over the PO22 postcode area. Streets in the area include Elmer Road, Ancton Lane and East Avenue, and the van can serve a shoot on any of them with a suitable parking spot. For shoots just outside Elmer, we cover Middleton-on-Sea (1 mile west), Bilsham (1 mile north), Atherington (1 mile north-east), Flansham (2 miles north-west) and Horsemere Green (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Worthing (9 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles west), Chichester (8 miles north-west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (4 miles east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Bognor Regis Museum (3.1 miles west) and Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (2.9 miles west).
- Nearby schools include Felpham Community College (2.1 miles west)
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- How easy the site is to reach
- The menu and how many choices
- Distance and any road charges
- The length of service
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The venue or postcode
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many people, including children
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can use our quote form.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is generally simpler.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Before you choose a spot
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
- Level, firm ground at base
- Light near the van if needed
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- 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