West Sussex · England
Film Set Catering in Rotherbridge
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for the crew in Rotherbridge.
- Wrap parties
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Outside broadcasts
Planning an event in Rotherbridge?
Film set catering in Rotherbridge, cooked to order
We cater location shoots, unit bases, commercials, music videos and wrap parties. Typical bookings include event crews and shoots on location, with cod and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
Near Rotherbridge, check tracks and ground for the van. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your shoot, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
- Where
- Rotherbridge (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Wrap parties add up. A van keeps it relaxed and simple. The cost per head normally 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.
Why book with us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- All the chip-shop extras
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Read our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
What happens on the day
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Crew will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. Long summer days in Rotherbridge, with light until about 9:20pm, suit evening wraps outdoors.
- We start with a few details 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.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Let us know the serving time
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Why choose film set catering in Rotherbridge?
It works in any weather.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Outside broadcasts
- Location filming
- Photo shoots
- Treat days on a long shoot
Central London is about 43 miles from Rotherbridge, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Comparing caterers
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Whether VAT is included
- When final numbers are due
- Any minimum charge
Nearby places to Rotherbridge
Other occasions in Rotherbridge
Looking after everyone
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
- Share the base location and route
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Send final numbers the day before
Lunch is planned around the call sheet, with a contact for changes.
Tables or a marquee at base make lunch comfortable.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
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. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Where the van can park in Rotherbridge
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Clear of the shot and sound
- A clear route to base
- Space in front of the hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
What a fish and chip van costs
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- How far we travel
- How long we serve
- Numbers
- Parking and the way in
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The date and time of the event
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Where you’d like the van to go
Each quote is put together for your shoot. Give us your date first, and we will check availability right away.
Rotherbridge questions
What’s the nearest station to Rotherbridge?
The closest is Pulborough station, roughly 4.8 miles away.
Is Rotherbridge too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Where does the van go on location?
Yes, on level ground at base; we will check the route.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Do you have documents for productions?
Send us your supplier requirements.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Children generally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and children love it.
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Shooting in Rotherbridge: unit bases and access
Rotherbridge is about 8 miles south-west of Billingshurst, in West Sussex. We park up at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Rotherbridge and nearby villages. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 19 miles away.
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the closest railway station is Pulborough station, roughly 4.8 miles east of the centre. Nearby historic houses include Petworth House (1.2 miles north-east) and Bignor Roman Villa (3.7 miles south). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. Rotherbridge is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about vehicles.
Anywhere in GU28, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can serve a shoot on streets such as Kilsham Lane and Rotherbridge Lane or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. If your venue is just outside Rotherbridge, we also cover Petworth (1 mile north-east), Haslingbourne (1 mile east), Tillington (1 mile north), Upperton (2 miles north) and Hampers Green (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Horsham (15 miles north-east), Worthing (14 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (11 miles south-west), Littlehampton (12 miles south) and Rustington (12 miles south-east).
A little further out are Lodsworth Castle (2.1 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (0.5 miles south-east). Open spaces near Rotherbridge include Bignor Hill and Graffham Common.
- 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