East Sussex · England
Film and TV set catering in Newhaven, East Sussex
Film set catering in Newhaven: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Stills shoots
- Location shoots
- Crew morale days
Fresh fish and chips in Newhaven
Film set catering in Newhaven, fried fresh
The van needs level, firm ground at the unit base, and a route the van can manage. We serve mushy peas, cod and chips and pie and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater commercials and music videos and crew morale days.
Shoots in Newhaven frequently base in car parks. A chip van fits right in. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Where
- Newhaven (BN9)
- Region
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The date and time of year
- Cod, haddock or both
- The minimum booking
- How long we serve
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your shoot, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- A picture of where the van would go
- The venue or postcode
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Your date and serving time
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
Why choose film set catering in Newhaven?
It’s quick to serve within a lunch break.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Newhaven, people book us for events such as:
- Shoots on location
- Stills shoots
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Wrap parties
Central London is about 49 miles from Newhaven, within easy reach for London-based crews.
What your quote should include
- How late numbers can change
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
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 you get to enjoy the day.
Newhaven questions
Can you serve near the sea around Newhaven?
Yes, of course. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Which station is closest to Newhaven?
Newhaven Town station, in Newhaven itself.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.
Can you feed visitors on set?
Of course. Just tell us who counts.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Can the van come to base?
Yes, on level ground at base.
Do you come to Newhaven?
We do. Newhaven is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Level, firm ground at base
- The location’s agreement
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
What comes out of the fryer
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. It is battered and fried to order.
For event organisers in Newhaven
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Newhaven?
For a crew lunch people will remember, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Newhaven. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- A clear quote before you book
- Classic food your crew already know
Take a look at our prices page and what a fish and chip van costs.
Crew catering near Newhaven
Newhaven is about 8 miles east of Brighton, in East Sussex. Around Newhaven, we park wherever there is level, firm ground, close to your crew. We serve 289 places in East Sussex. We serve events right across the region, from Newhaven to Brighton (about 8 miles away).
For cast and crew travelling by train, Newhaven Town station serves Newhaven directly. Within reach of Newhaven are historic houses such as Monk's House (3.4 miles north-west) and Firle Place (4 miles north-east). Period locations like these usually keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. Newhaven is within about 5 miles of the South Downs National Park, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles. With the sea within about 3 miles, coastal shoots need a sheltered base, so plan where crew will queue.
Here we cover the BN9 postcode area. That could mean a shoot at a home on High Street, Station Road and Dacre Road or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Being close to the A26 and A259, Newhaven is simple for us to get to for your shoot. Other places close to Newhaven we cover include Denton (1 mile north-east), South Heighton (1 mile north), Piddinghoe (1 mile north-west), Tide Mills (1 mile south-east) and Norton (2 miles east). Further out, we also take the van to Eastbourne (10 miles east), Seaford (3 miles south-east), Lewes (6 miles north), Hailsham (10 miles north-east), Uckfield (12 miles north) and Telscombe (3 miles west). Newhaven is among the bigger towns we cover in East Sussex, with plenty of venues for shoots.
A little further out are Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (1.2 miles south-east) and Newhaven Museum (0.5 miles north-east). Within reach you will find Itford Hill.
- Nearby schools include Harbour Primary and Nursery School (under half a mile south-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Ship Hotel (within half a mile north)
Towns and villages near Newhaven
Other occasions in Newhaven
What happens on the day
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace to suit your shoot. On a winter shoot near Newhaven, the light goes by about 3:55pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. In summer, light lasts until about 9:15pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
How to get a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability straight away.
Planning help
- 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