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Film and TV set catering in Rusher's Cross, East Sussex
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for the crew in Rusher's Cross and the surrounding area.
- Stills shoots
- Wrap parties
- Event crews
Book the van in Rusher's Cross
Film set catering in Rusher's Cross, cooked to order
Call times change, so a contact on the day helps and we will work around it. On the menu are haddock and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips, and typical bookings are for event crews and fashion shoots on location.
Near Rusher's Cross, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so a van at base is a big help. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Where
- Rusher's Cross (TN20)
- Region
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
What happens on the day
The first sign we’ve arrived is normally the smell. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. In December, daylight in Rusher's Cross ends around 3:55pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. In summer, light lasts until about 9:15pm.
- It starts with the unit base, dates and numbers.
- We check the route and the unit base and send a price.
- Parking and arrival are agreed with locations.
- We cook to order through the crew’s lunch break.
- We clear up and get out of the way.
How to prepare
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Give us a contact for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
How to get a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Rusher's Cross? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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Events we cater in Rusher's Cross
Service is quick from the hatch.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Rusher's Cross book the van for occasions like:
- Live events and broadcasts
- Seaside shoots
- Commercials and music videos
- Crew lunches at base
Central London is about 36 miles from Rusher's Cross, within easy reach for London-based crews.
What to look for in a quote
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- How allergens are handled
- Whether travel is included
- Whether there’s a minimum
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
- How long we serve
- The minimum booking
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Your date and serving time
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Where the van would park
- Where the event is
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
Organising for someone else?
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
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DIY versus a fish and chip van
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.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your crew instead.
Rusher's Cross for film and TV crews
Rusher's Cross is about 5 miles east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. In and around Rusher's Cross, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your crew. We cover all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex. Our bookings stretch from Rusher's Cross to Brighton (23 miles away).
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Wadhurst station, about 2.7 miles north, is the nearest station. Nearby historic houses include Wadhurst Castle (2.6 miles north-east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. Rusher's Cross is within about 2 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about vehicles.
Shoots anywhere in TN20 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Other places close to Rusher's Cross we cover include Tidebrook (1 mile north-east), Coggins Mill (1 mile south-west), Mayfield (2 miles south-west), Mark Cross (2 miles north-west) and Argos Hill (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south-east), Hailsham (12 miles south), Crowborough (5 miles west), Uckfield (10 miles south-west), Polegate (15 miles south) and Heathfield (5 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Ticehurst House Hospital (4.8 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water and Crowborough Country Park.
What the van needs
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Light near the van if needed
- A clear route to base
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Rusher's Cross
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Crew lunches
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
A chip van compared with other options
Next to a sandwich lunch, hot fish and chips is a real lunch. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book with us
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Something for crew to gather round
- All the chip-shop extras
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
FAQs for Rusher's Cross
How far is Rusher's Cross from London?
About 36 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small places like Rusher's Cross?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What can crew choose from?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
What paperwork do you provide?
Productions vary, so send us the list and we’ll go through it.
Can the van come to Rusher's Cross?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Rusher's Cross and the rest of East Sussex. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is generally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac crew and we’ll explain the options before booking.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a picture if you can.
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few crew with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Give us a map or what3words for base
- Update numbers if they change
- Put allergy details in writing
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we cannot meet
Supporting artists and visitors can be included in numbers.
Cover near the hatch helps on wet days.
- 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