East Sussex · England
Film and TV set catering in Ticehurst, East Sussex
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Film set catering in Ticehurst.
- Crew lunches at base
- Fashion shoots on location
- End-of-shoot parties
A chip van near Ticehurst
How our film set catering works in Ticehurst
Everything is cooked as crew come up, so it is hot when the break is called. We are frequently asked to cater live events and broadcasts and lunch at the unit base, with haddock and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
Near Ticehurst, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so a van at base is a big help. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Ticehurst (TN5)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Organising for someone else?
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Towns and villages near Ticehurst
Other occasions in Ticehurst
Location catering around Ticehurst
Ticehurst is about 9 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. Ticehurst is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We take the van to 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 28 miles away.
Central London is about 38 miles from Ticehurst, within easy reach for London-based crews. Within reach of Ticehurst are historic houses such as Scotney Castle (3.2 miles north) and Wadhurst Castle (3.6 miles west). Period locations like these generally keep vehicles well away from the house, so agree the base early. Ticehurst is within about 4 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about vehicles.
Anywhere in TN5, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your shoot is on High Street, Springfields and Farthing Hill or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Close by, we cover shoots in Three Leg Cross (1 mile north-west), Flimwell (2 miles east), Stonecrouch (2 miles north), Burgh Hill (3 miles south-east) and Etchingham (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (14 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-west), Crowborough (11 miles west), St Leonards (15 miles south-east) and Uckfield (14 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Finchcocks Musical Museum (4 miles north) and Ticehurst House Hospital (0.6 miles west). The countryside around Ticehurst includes Bewl Water.
- Local pubs include The Chequers Public House (under half a mile south-west)
Should I sort the food myself?
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 is crisp.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Prices and what affects them
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Distance and any road charges
- The number of meals
- Parking and the way in
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of where the van would go
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Ticehurst? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- A clear route to base
- A hardstanding spot at the unit base
- A queue area clear of trucks
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
How the day works
You’ll know we are ready when the smell of frying drifts over. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. In December, daylight in Ticehurst ends around 3:55pm, so a late lunch or wrap at base needs lighting. In summer, light lasts until about 9:15pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Plan where the queue will stand
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
FAQs for Ticehurst
Can the van go to venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Ticehurst from London?
Roughly 38 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
When do you arrive?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Can you park at the unit base?
Yes, wherever locations agree.
Can you feed supporting artists too?
Of course. Just tell us who counts.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Agree the waste plan with locations
- Put allergy details in writing
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we can’t meet
- Make sure we can reach locations on the day
Supporting artists and visitors can be included in numbers.
Pre-orders from the crew help on tight breaks.
Events we cater in Ticehurst
It’s ideal for short jobs.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Location shoots
- Outside broadcasts
- Ad shoots
- Lunch at the unit base
For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Stonegate station, about 2.7 miles south-west.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether travel is included
- The deposit and payment dates
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Takeaway rarely reaches a location hot. A van cooks at the unit base. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What you get with us
- We cover Ticehurst and the whole of East Sussex
- Something for crew to gather round
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
See our pricing and the cost guide.
- 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