Hampshire · England
Film Set Catering in Chithurst
Film set catering in Chithurst: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Crew lunches at base
- Event crews
- Ad shoots
Film set catering in Chithurst
About our film set catering in Chithurst
On a long shoot day, a good hot lunch keeps morale up. We park at the unit base and cook to order. Whether it is treat days on a long shoot and photo shoots, we will put together a menu of pie and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips.
Near Chithurst, check tracks and ground for the van. Everything is fried fresh at your shoot, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and handed over as soon as it’s ready.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your crew instead.
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’s fried on the spot.
Occasions we serve in Chithurst
Service is quick from the hatch with a short menu.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Chithurst and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Shoots on location
- Treat days on a long shoot
- Outside broadcasts
- Unit base lunches
Crew coming by rail can use the station: the closest railway station is Liphook station, roughly 4.9 miles north of the centre.
What your quote should include
- Whether there’s a minimum
- The van’s size and access needs
- Whether travel is included
- Payment terms and deposit
Planning a shoot in Chithurst
Chithurst is about 6 miles east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. People in Chithurst book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Chithurst is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 20 miles away.
Central London is about 46 miles from Chithurst, within easy reach for London-based crews. Within reach of Chithurst are historic houses such as Cowdray House (3.1 miles east). Historic houses are popular locations, and most set strict rules for vehicles, so plan the unit base with locations. Chithurst is within about 3 miles of the South Downs National Park, and locations in protected landscapes frequently have rules about vehicles.
We serve shoots across GU31 and the streets around it. For shoots just outside Chithurst, we cover Trotton Marsh (1 mile north-west), Borden (1 mile north-west), Rogate (2 miles west), Milland (2 miles north) and Rake (4 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Havant (13 miles south-west), Horndean (11 miles south-west), Alton (13 miles north-west), Waterlooville (13 miles south-west), Petersfield (6 miles west) and Purbrook (14 miles south-west).
A little further out are Midhurst Museum (2.9 miles east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (2.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Wheeler's Down and Iping and Stedham Commons.
- Local pubs include The Keeper's Arms Public House (0.6 miles south-west)
The process
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, and we agree exactly where before the day. At midsummer, Chithurst has light until about 9:20pm.
- We start with the location, call times and crew numbers.
- We check access and send a quote.
- We arrange the van’s spot at the unit base with locations.
- We set up at the unit base and fry to order for the lunch break.
- We clear up and get out of the way.
How to prepare
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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Working with your venue
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Organising a club, school or community event in Chithurst? 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.
The menu, dish by dish
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.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is a favourite in colder months.
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A chip van compared with other options
Some locations have nowhere to buy food. The van solves that. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why book our van in Chithurst
- Quick service from the hatch
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Chithurst questions
Can the van go 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.
How far is Chithurst from London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can the van come to base?
Generally, with a level spot. Locations will decide where.
Do you come to Chithurst?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Chithurst and the rest of Hampshire. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we’ll confirm the rest.
What does it cost to hire the van?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
What do you bring?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Before you choose a spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Away from the shooting area’s sound
- Space in front of the hatch
- A lit spot for dark mornings or evenings
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Crew lunches
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Plan bins and waste at base
- Ensure we can reach locations on the day
- Put allergy details in writing
- Arrange something for anyone with needs we can’t meet
We work to the lunch time on the call sheet, with a contact for changes.
A dining area at base helps.
- 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