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Film Set Catering for Wickstreet events
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for the crew in Wickstreet and across East Sussex.
- Outside broadcasts
- Location shoots
- Music video shoots
Film set catering for Wickstreet events
Step by step
We get there well before service, park the van and get the fryers going. Your crew can wander over to the hatch once service starts. In December, daylight in Wickstreet ends around 3:55pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:15pm.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for the crew.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Keep space clear for crew at the hatch
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: tell us the basics about your shoot, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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Film set catering in Wickstreet, cooked to order
We need a level, firm spot at base, and a route the van can manage. Typical bookings include seaside and period locations and stills shoots, with sausage and chips, pie and chips and cod and chips.
Near Wickstreet, check tracks and ground for the van. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
- Where
- Wickstreet (BN26)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Name a contact in the production office
- Update numbers if they change
- Tell us about coeliac crew specifically
- Plan bins and waste at base
We take our used oil and waste with us.
A chip van wrap party is a great way to finish a shoot.
Places near Wickstreet
What else we do in Wickstreet
Is a fish and chip van right for your shoot?
Next to a sandwich lunch, a chip van gives the crew a proper hot meal. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Events in Wickstreet and across East Sussex
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No surprises in your quote
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Occasions we serve in Wickstreet
It is quick to serve within a lunch break.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Wickstreet and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Crew treats on long shoot days
- Photo shoots
- Outside broadcasts
- Unit base lunches
Within reach of Wickstreet are historic houses such as Michelham Priory (1.2 miles east) and Charleston Farmhouse (3.3 miles west). If you are shooting at a historic house, the van will need a base agreed with the property.
What to look for in a quote
- The cancellation terms
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- If the price includes VAT
- What they can offer for dietary needs
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and it’s a favourite with children.
Questions from Wickstreet
Do you come out to small places like Wickstreet?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Wickstreet from London?
About 46 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you serve children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Do you come to Wickstreet?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Wickstreet is within our area and the rest of East Sussex. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: batter is generally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac crew and we will explain the options before booking.
What does the van need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
What can crew choose from?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Can you adjust to schedule changes?
Schedules move, and we plan for it. Keep us updated and we will adapt.
Space, access and the venue
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A queue area clear of trucks
- The location’s agreement
- Lighting for early or late service
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
For event organisers in Wickstreet
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
Shooting in Wickstreet: unit bases and access
Wickstreet is about 3 miles west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Across the BN26 area, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. Wickstreet is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Wickstreet to Brighton (about 14 miles away).
Central London is about 46 miles from Wickstreet, within easy reach for London-based crews. For cast and crew travelling by train, Berwick (Sussex) station is about 1.5 miles away. Wickstreet is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, so check vehicle rules with locations.
Here we cover the BN26 postcode area, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. For shoots just outside Wickstreet, we cover Arlington (1 mile south), Berwick (2 miles south-west), Ripe (2 miles north-west), Selmeston (2 miles south-west) and Golden Cross (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (7 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (7 miles south-west), Lewes (8 miles west), Hailsham (3 miles east) and Crowborough (13 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Drusillas Museum (2.8 miles south) and Burlough Castle (2.9 miles south). Open spaces near Wickstreet include Firle Beacon.
- Schools near Wickstreet include Park Mead Primary School (1 mile north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Plough Inn (0.8 miles north-east)
- 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