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Film and TV set catering in South Street, East Sussex
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Film set catering in South Street.
- Shoots on location
- Outside broadcasts
- Photo shoots
Fresh fish and chips in South Street
Film set catering in South Street, fried fresh
Location shoots, commercials and wrap parties all suit a chip van. For shoots on location and lunch at the unit base, we can cook haddock and chips, mushy peas and pie and chips and more.
For a shoot in a place like South Street, tracks and soft ground need checking. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we are up and running.
- Location
- South Street (BN8)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Events we cater in South Street
It is ideal for short jobs.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Live events and broadcasts
- Period dramas on location
- Crew lunches at base
For crew arriving by train, Plumpton station, about 2.2 miles south-west, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Whether VAT is included
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
What a fish and chip van costs
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- How far we travel
- How long we serve
- The minimum booking
- The number of meals
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The address or venue name
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in South Street? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. To contact us, use our quote form.
Common questions in South Street
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Is South Street close to London?
Roughly 38 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we will advise.
What paperwork do you provide?
Productions vary, so send us the list.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac crew and we’ll explain the options.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Do numbers include extras?
Yes. Just tell us who counts.
What happens on the day
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. It’s worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. Light in South Street lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for the crew.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Share the timings for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
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Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Flag any coeliac crew
- Send the unit base address and directions
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Send final numbers the day before
We take our used oil and waste with us.
A quick pre-order speeds things up.
Planning a shoot in South Street
South Street is about 5 miles east of Burgess Hill, in East Sussex. We cover South Street as standard, so your shoot just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. South Street is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from South Street to Brighton (9 miles away).
South Street is roughly 38 miles from central London. The South Downs National Park is within about 5 miles of South Street, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about vehicles.
This part of East Sussex takes in BN8, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. That could mean a shoot at a home on Green Lane, Markstakes Corner and St James Walk or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Nearby, we also serve shoots in South Chailey (1 mile south), Chailey (1 mile north-east), North Chailey (2 miles north), Chiltington (2 miles south) and Plumpton Green (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Seaford (13 miles south-east), Lewes (5 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-east), Crowborough (11 miles north-east), Uckfield (5 miles east) and Newhaven (11 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Princess Royal Hospital (4.3 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Blackcap and Malling Down.
- Local schools include Chailey St Peter's Church of England Primary School (0.8 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Five Bells Inn (0.5 miles north)
A chip van compared with other options
Ordering takeaway to a location is unreliable. The van cooks on site. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
Why us?
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Quick service from the hatch
- Something for crew to gather round
- A clear quote before you book
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A queue area clear of trucks
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
- Far enough from set to keep noise down
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Crew lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
Organising for someone else?
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
- 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