West Sussex · England
Film and TV set catering in Rackham, West Sussex
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for the crew makes the food a highlight of your shoot in Rackham.
- Shoots on location
- Event crews
- Ad shoots
Fresh fish and chips in Rackham
Film set catering in Rackham, fried fresh
Fried-to-order service suits a lunch break, without needing a kitchen on location. We are often asked to cater stills shoots and live events and broadcasts, serving cod and chips, pie and chips and haddock and chips.
Near Rackham, check tracks and ground for the van with locations. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Area
- Rackham (RH20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The menu and how many choices
- Numbers
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Any minimum charge
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We will send you a quote.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Expected numbers
- Your date and serving time
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Rackham, and we will check the date and send a price.
Places near Rackham
What else we do in Rackham
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A wrap party at a venue costs more. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
Why book with us
- A clear quote before you book
- A van that becomes part of the event
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Classic food your crew already know
Read how we price or the cost guide.
Working with your venue
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Ensure we can reach locations on the day
- Agree the waste plan with locations
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
We set up at the unit base ahead of lunch, out of the way.
A gazebo by the van keeps the line dry.
Shooting in Rackham: unit bases and access
Rackham is about 7 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. For a shoot in Rackham, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. We take the van to all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. Our bookings stretch from Rackham to Brighton (about 17 miles away).
Rackham is about 44 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Amberley station, roughly 1.9 miles south-west of the centre. The South Downs National Park is within about 2 miles of Rackham, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about vehicles.
We take the van to shoots all over RH20 and the streets around it. If your venue is just outside Rackham, we also cover Cross Gate (1 mile west), Amberley (1 mile west), Coldwaltham (2 miles north-west), Bury (2 miles west) and Hardham (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (13 miles north-east), Worthing (8 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (12 miles south-west), Chichester (13 miles south-west), Littlehampton (7 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Arundel and District Hospital (4.8 miles south-west) and Amberley Museum (1.8 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Bignor Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
Occasions we serve in Rackham
Crews love a chip van day, especially on long shoots.
Whatever the occasion in Rackham, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Location filming
- Music video shoots
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Fashion shoots on location
Nearby historic houses include Parham House (0.7 miles north-east) and Old Place Manor (3.3 miles north). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
Comparing caterers
- If the price includes VAT
- When final numbers are due
- When payment is due
- A clear list of what’s included
Common questions in Rackham
How far is Rackham from London?
Roughly 44 miles from the centre of London.
Do you come out to small places like Rackham?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Can the van come to Rackham?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Rackham is within our area. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
Where does the van go on location?
Generally, if there is level, firm ground. Locations will decide where.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
What’s on the menu?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
How the day works
The first sign we’ve arrived is usually the smell, about the time the first crew wander across. After that, it is a steady flow to the hatch. In December, daylight in Rackham ends around 4:00pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. In summer, light lasts until about 9:20pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
Before we arrive
- Give us a contact for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Get permission for the van from the venue
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Read more
- 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