Hampshire · England
Film Set Catering in Alverstoke
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for the crew makes the food a highlight of your shoot in Alverstoke.
- Event crews
- Location filming
- Period dramas on location
Film set catering for Alverstoke events
Film set catering in Alverstoke, fried fresh
Shoot days are long, and a hot lunch on time matters. We park at the unit base and cook to order. We serve pie and chips, sausage and chips and cod and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater commercials and music videos and end-of-shoot parties.
Rural locations near Alverstoke can be a long way from food, so lunch at base matters. You’ll know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Access and parking
- The date and time of year
- Any minimum charge
- The number of meals
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where the van would park
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of the space and the way in
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your shoot in Alverstoke, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
For event organisers in Alverstoke
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
Also in Alverstoke
Location catering around Alverstoke
Alverstoke is about 2 miles south of Gosport, in Hampshire. We serve shoots at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Alverstoke and nearby villages. We serve all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from Alverstoke to Southampton (about 14 miles away).
Central London is about 68 miles from Alverstoke. The coast is within about 3 miles of Alverstoke, and coastal unit bases can be exposed, so plan where crew will queue.
For shoots in PO12, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Local streets include The Lane, Fort Road and Church Road; a shoot on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Nearby, we also serve shoots in Clayhall (1 mile east), Haslar (1 mile east), Privett (1 mile north-west), Portsmouth Point (2 miles north-east) and Portsea (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Havant (9 miles north-east), Fareham (5 miles north), Horndean (11 miles north-east), Hedge End (12 miles north-west), Waterlooville (9 miles north-east) and Purbrook (8 miles north-east).
A little further out are Southsea (2.5 miles east) and Tricorn Centre (3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Alverstoke include West of the River Alver.
- Schools near Alverstoke include Bay House School (0.8 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include Village Home pub (under half a mile north)
Why choose film set catering in Alverstoke?
It lifts the crew.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Period dramas on location
- Shoots on location
- End-of-shoot parties
- Live events and broadcasts
For crew arriving by train, Portsmouth Harbour station is about 2.1 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- Any minimum charge
- Allergen information for each item
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether travel is included
DIY versus a fish and chip van
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Send final numbers the day before
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Add an allergy question to crew forms
- Name a contact in the production office
A short menu keeps the line moving.
A quick pre-order speeds things up.
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Alverstoke questions
What’s the nearest station to Alverstoke?
Portsmouth Harbour station, about 2.1 miles north-east of the centre.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do numbers include extras?
Of course. Let us know total numbers.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including Hampshire. See all areas.
Can you work to the call sheet?
We can. Give us a contact for changes, and we will work around changes where we can.
A chip van compared with other options
A full location catering unit suits long shoots with three meals a day. A van is great for short jobs and crew treats. Larger groups typically cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why us?
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
The process
We get there well before service, park the van and get the fryers going. Crew typically gather round the hatch as soon as we open. Sunset in Alverstoke is about 8:55pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September; for early or late service, base needs lighting.
- First, tell us about your shoot.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for the crew.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Get a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
Related guides
- 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