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Film and TV set catering in Pickhurst, West Sussex
Looking for a fish and chip van for the crew in Pickhurst? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Location filming
- Stills shoots
- Outside broadcasts
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Film set catering in Pickhurst, fried fresh
On a long shoot day, a good hot lunch keeps morale up. We park at the unit base and cook to order. Typical bookings include wrap parties and stills shoots, with mushy peas, sausage and chips and cod and chips.
Near Pickhurst, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so a van at base is a big help. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Location
- Pickhurst (RH20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Who books film set catering in Pickhurst?
It is quick to serve within a lunch break with a short menu.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Pickhurst:
- Period dramas on location
- Unit base lunches
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Photo shoots
Pickhurst is roughly 40 miles from central London.
Questions to ask before booking
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The van’s size and access needs
- How allergens are handled
- The service time, and the cost of running over
Why choose a fish and chip van in Pickhurst?
Takeaway rarely reaches a location hot. The van cooks on site. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
Why Pickhurst hosts choose us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Events in Pickhurst and across West Sussex
How we price a fish and chip van for the crew
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Distance and any road charges
- The date and time of year
- The length of service
- Access and parking
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Where the van would park
- Expected numbers
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A photo of the space and the way in
Still finalising the details? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Pickhurst questions
How far is Pickhurst from London?
About 40 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Where does the van go on location?
Typically, if there is level, firm ground. We will agree the spot with your location manager.
Do you cover Pickhurst?
We do. Pickhurst is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Can you adjust to schedule changes?
Yes. Give us a contact for changes, and we’ll work around changes where we can.
Can the van park on grass?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Level, firm ground at base
- Lighting for early or late service
- The location’s agreement
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Crew lunches
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Towns and villages near Pickhurst
Other occasions in Pickhurst
Looking after everyone
Most events have a few crew with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Share the base location and route
- Send final numbers the day before
- Plan bins and waste at base
We work to the lunch time on the call sheet, and a contact keeps us updated.
A quick pre-order speeds things up.
Planning a shoot in Pickhurst
Pickhurst is about 11 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Pickhurst is well within our area, so your shoot just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 19 miles away.
Historic houses near Pickhurst include Old Place Manor (1.2 miles south) and Petworth House (4.1 miles west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. Crew coming by rail can use the station: Pulborough station, about 1.4 miles south, is the nearest station. Pickhurst is within about 5 miles of the South Downs National Park, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
This part of West Sussex takes in RH20. If your venue is just outside Pickhurst, we also cover Pulborough (1 mile south-east), Bedham (2 miles west), Hardham (2 miles south), Fittleworth (2 miles south-west) and Lower Horncroft (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Horsham (11 miles north-east), Worthing (12 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Coates Castle (3.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Pickhurst include The Mens.
How it works
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Each piece of fish is battered and fried to order, and chips are fried in batches through service. At midsummer, Pickhurst has light until about 9:20pm, while by late September it’s nearer 7:05pm.
- First, tell us about your shoot.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for the crew.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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- 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