East Sussex · England
Film and TV set catering in Hailsham, East Sussex
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Hailsham? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your crew queue at the hatch.
- Seaside shoots
- Music video shoots
- Location filming
Book the van in Hailsham
What a fish and chip van costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- The day of the week
- Distance and any road charges
- The minimum booking
- Parking and the way in
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Your date and serving time
- A photo of the parking spot
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Film set catering for your shoot in Hailsham
We need a level, firm spot at base, and a route the van can manage. On the menu are cod and chips, mushy peas and pie and chips, and we’re often booked for treat days on a long shoot and period dramas on location.
In a town like Hailsham, unit bases are frequently in car parks, school grounds or yards. The van suits any of them. You will know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
- Area
- Hailsham (BN27)
- County
- East Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Hailsham questions
Is Hailsham close to London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Hailsham?
Polegate station, about 3 miles south of the centre.
What if the weather’s bad?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Can you park at the unit base?
Yes, wherever locations agree.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
What will the production need?
Tell us what the production needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before booking.
Shooting in Hailsham: unit bases and access
Hailsham is about 6 miles north of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. For a shoot in Hailsham, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Hailsham. We cover 289 places in East Sussex. We serve events right across the region, from Hailsham to Brighton (about 17 miles away).
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Polegate station, about 3 miles south. Within reach of Hailsham are historic houses such as Horselunges Manor (1.5 miles north) and Michelham Priory (1.9 miles west). Period locations like these typically keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. Hailsham is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, so check vehicle rules with locations.
We cover shoots in every part of BN27. From High Street, Market Place and Station Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. You’ll find Hailsham on the A271 and A295, which makes the journey straightforward. Other places close to Hailsham we cover include Tile Hurst (1 mile north-west), Upper Horsebridge (1 mile north), Hellingly (1 mile north), Lower Horsebridge (1 mile north-west) and Magham Down (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Eastbourne (6 miles south), Hastings (13 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles east), Seaford (9 miles south-west), Lewes (11 miles west) and Crowborough (14 miles north). Being one of East Sussex’s larger places, Hailsham has lots of places where the van can park.
Other landmarks nearby include Herstmonceux Castle (3.6 miles east) and Amberstone Hospital (1.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Hailsham include Combe Hill.
- Nearby schools include White House Academy (less than half a mile east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Grenadier pub (under half a mile north)
Planning for dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we can’t meet
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Agree how the base is left
We clear up quickly after lunch.
Cover near the hatch helps on wet days.
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so nothing is cooked before it is needed. Winter shoots near Hailsham chase the light, which goes at about 3:55pm in December.
- It starts with the unit base, dates and numbers.
- We check access and send a quote.
- Parking and arrival are agreed with locations.
- We cook to order through the crew’s lunch break.
- We pack up straight after service and leave the base tidy.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Let us know the serving time
Ask for a quote
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Why choose a fish and chip van in Hailsham?
Compared with sandwiches on set, hot fish and chips is a real lunch. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Why Hailsham hosts choose us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- All the chip-shop extras
Who books film set catering in Hailsham?
It suits short shoots without a full catering unit.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Photo shoots
- Event crews
- Wrap celebrations
- Location shoots
Hailsham is about 46 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- VAT, if it applies
Nearby places to Hailsham
More for events in Hailsham
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
For event organisers in Hailsham
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
- 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