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Film and TV set catering in Whatlington, East Sussex
Planning a fish and chip van for the crew in Whatlington? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your crew queue at the hatch.
- Wrap parties
- Event crews
- Fashion shoots on location
Film set catering for Whatlington events
About our film set catering in Whatlington
We work with your location manager or production office on access, parking and timings. Whether it’s treat days on a long shoot and photo shoots, we can cook mushy peas, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
Rural locations near Whatlington can be a long way from food, so a van at base is a big help. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the date, the service time and the menu.
- Location
- Whatlington (TN33)
- Region
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
How it works
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Then everything is fried to order, so we time it to your schedule. Winter shoots near Whatlington chase the light, which goes at about 3:55pm in December, so lunch at base is frequently in daylight but a wrap meal is not.
- First, tell us about your shoot.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for the crew.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the van can get in
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Getting a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for the crew for your shoot in Whatlington? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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Events we cater in Whatlington
It lifts the crew.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Outside broadcasts
- Location shoots
- Seaside and period locations
- Crew lunches at base
Historic houses near Whatlington include Durhamford Manor (0.6 miles east). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
What your quote should include
- When payment is due
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- If the price includes VAT
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Questions from Whatlington
Is Whatlington close to London?
Roughly 47 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you come 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.
What if we only have street parking?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
How much does a fish and chip van for the crew cost in Whatlington?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac crew in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.
What can crew choose from?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
What will the production need?
Productions vary, so send us the list.
Planning for dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Give us a contact for call-time changes
We clear up quickly after lunch.
Bins at base keep the location clean.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A full location catering unit suits long shoots with three meals a day. A van is great for short jobs and crew treats. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why us?
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Bookings across East Sussex, including Whatlington
- A clear quote before you book
- Quick service from the hatch
Crew catering near Whatlington
Whatlington is about 6 miles north-west of Hastings, in East Sussex. Around Whatlington, we park wherever there is level, firm ground, close to your crew. Whatlington is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 29 miles away.
For cast and crew travelling by train, Battle station, about 1.9 miles south, is the nearest station. Whatlington is about 47 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Whatlington, so check vehicle rules with locations.
We cover shoots in every part of TN33 and the streets around it. If your venue is just outside Whatlington, we also cover Sedlescombe (1 mile east), Swaile's Green (2 miles north-east), Cripp's Corner (2 miles north-east), Telham (2 miles south) and Kent Street (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Eastbourne (14 miles south-west), Hastings (6 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (7 miles south), Hailsham (12 miles south-west), St Leonards (6 miles south) and Polegate (14 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Conquest Hospital (4.6 miles south-east) and Battle Museum of Local History (1.9 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Church Wood and Robsack Wood and Senlac Hill.
- Local schools include Claverham Community College (2.4 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Royal Oak Inn (less than half a mile north)
About the food
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it’s on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Whatlington? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
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What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Numbers
- The date and time of year
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The length of service
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, use our quote form.
Planning the van’s spot
If a spot isn’t suitable, we will tell you, and help find another. The main points are:
- A route in the van can manage, with no low branches or tight lanes
- Permission for the van at base
- Lighting for early or late service
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Whatlington
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Crew lunches
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- 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