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Film Set Catering in Mannings Heath
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Mannings Heath? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your crew queue at the hatch.
- Location shoots
- Fashion shoots on location
- Unit base lunches
Film set catering for Mannings Heath events
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Ordering takeaway to a location is unreliable. The van cooks on site. 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.
Why book our van in Mannings Heath
- Classic food your crew already know
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No kitchen needed
- Something for crew to gather round
Take a look at our prices page and what a fish and chip van costs.
Film set catering in Mannings Heath, cooked to order
Location shoots, commercials and wrap parties all suit a chip van. Whether it is end-of-shoot parties and event crews, we will put together a menu of cod and chips, pie and chips and mushy peas for your guests.
Near Mannings Heath, check tracks and ground for the van with locations. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what we can do.
- Area
- Mannings Heath (RH13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
What affects the price in Mannings Heath
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Service time
- Any minimum charge
- Your choice of menu
- The number of meals
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Expected numbers
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where the van would park
Still finalising the details? No problem: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Update numbers if they change
- Have a back-up for special diets
We clear up quickly after lunch.
End the shoot with a chip van wrap.
Nearby places to Mannings Heath
What else we do in Mannings Heath
What happens on the day
You don’t need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your shoot. We handle the cooking and serving. At midsummer, Mannings Heath has light until about 9:20pm, while by late September it’s nearer 7:05pm.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Share the timings for the day
- Make sure the van can get in
How to get a price
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
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About the food
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion, so we bring it along.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Where the van can park in Mannings Heath
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work. What matters most:
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
- Light near the van if needed
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
Questions from Mannings Heath
Is Mannings Heath close to London?
Roughly 32 miles from the centre of London.
Which station is closest to Mannings Heath?
Horsham station, about 2.1 miles north-west of the centre.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
Is grass a problem?
Typically, if it is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes. Just tell us who counts.
Do you cater wrap parties?
Yes, and crews love it. Send us the date and place.
Should I sort the food myself?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the shoot.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Perfect for your shoot in Mannings Heath
Service is quick from the hatch with a short menu.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Live events and broadcasts
- Seaside shoots
- Crew lunches at base
- Stills shoots
Mannings Heath is about 32 miles from central London.
What to look for in a quote
- The deadline for final numbers
- How many hours the van serves
- If the price includes VAT
- Any minimum charge
Planning a shoot in Mannings Heath
Mannings Heath is about 2 miles south-east of Horsham, in West Sussex. Give us the address of your shoot in Mannings Heath, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 16 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, the closest railway station is Horsham station, roughly 2.1 miles north-west of the centre.
Here we cover the RH13 postcode area, and we can serve your shoot anywhere in it. That could mean a shoot at a home on Church Road, Ryecroft Meadow and Masons Field, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Nearby, we also serve shoots in Monk's Gate (1 mile south), Lower Beeding (1 mile south-east), Roffey (2 miles north), Plummers Plain (2 miles east) and Crabtree (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (6 miles north-east), Haywards Heath (9 miles east), Burgess Hill (9 miles south-east), East Grinstead (13 miles north-east), Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south) and Lancing (15 miles south).
A little further out are Christs Hospital School Museum (3.5 miles west) and Horsham Hospital (2.5 miles north-west). The countryside around Mannings Heath includes Warnham LNR.
- Schools near Mannings Heath include Newells Preparatory School (1.4 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Dun Horse pub (under half a mile west)
- 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