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Film Set Catering in West Chiltington Common
We bring a fish and chip van for the crew across West Chiltington Common and West Sussex, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Event crews
- Fashion shoots on location
- Treat days on a long shoot
Book the van in West Chiltington Common
Shooting in West Chiltington Common: unit bases and access
West Chiltington Common is about 9 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Wherever your shoot is in the RH20 area, we can fry fresh for your crew. West Chiltington Common is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 16 miles away.
For crew arriving by train, Pulborough station is about 2.7 miles away. Among the historic houses close to West Chiltington Common are Parham House (2.4 miles south-west) and Old Place Manor (2.6 miles north-west). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property. The South Downs National Park is within about 5 miles of West Chiltington Common, so check vehicle rules with locations.
We take the van to shoots all over the RH20 postcode area. Whether your shoot is on Morris Way, Nightingales and Wells Place or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. Close by, we cover shoots in West Chiltington (1 mile north-east), Nutbourne (1 mile north-west), Marehill (1 mile north-west), Abingworth (1 mile east) and Wiggonholt (1 mile west). We also serve nearby towns such as Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (9 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Storrington And District Museum (1.9 miles south) and Amberley Castle (4.3 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Chanctonbury Hill.
- Nearby schools include Rydon Community College (1.7 miles south-east)
How our film set catering works in West Chiltington Common
The van needs level, firm ground at the unit base, and a clear route in. We are often asked to cater photo shoots and location shoots, serving cod and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips.
Near West Chiltington Common, base may be a field or yard. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your shoot, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
- Area
- West Chiltington Common (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
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Who books film set catering in West Chiltington Common?
Productions book a chip van because crews love it, especially on long shoots.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- End-of-shoot parties
- Ad shoots
- Stills shoots
- Crew lunches at base
West Chiltington Common is about 41 miles from central London.
Questions to ask before you book
- How much space the van takes up
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether travel is included
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Service time
- Numbers
- Any minimum charge
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Details that help
The more we know about your shoot, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the parking spot
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Your date and serving time
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
About the food
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and it is a favourite with children.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
West Chiltington Common questions
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Which station is closest to West Chiltington Common?
Pulborough station, about 2.7 miles west of the centre.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including West Sussex. See all areas.
Do numbers include extras?
Of course. Just tell us who counts.
Can you cook in the rain?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we’ll confirm the rest.
What about crew who do not eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Lighting for early or late service
- Clear of the shot and sound
- Agreement from the location manager and landowner
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Crew lunches
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.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Long shoots generally need a full catering unit. A chip van suits short shoots and treat days. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book our van in West Chiltington Common
- Something for crew to gather round
- No surprises in your quote
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Step by step
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we have agreed, and get on with frying and serving. Long summer days in West Chiltington Common, with light until about 9:20pm, suit evening wraps outdoors.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- 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.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
How to get a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
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.
- 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